Alzheimer disease 16

Alzheimer disease 16: Introduction

Alzheimer disease 16: Alzheimer disease 16 (late-onset) is a form of Alzheimer's disease that is linked to a defect on chromosome Xq21.3. Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disorder involving degeneration of the brain. The disease mainly affects brain functions involving thinking, memory, personality and behaviour. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Alzheimer disease 16 is available below.

Symptoms of Alzheimer disease 16

• Early symptoms:
• Forgetfulness
• Loss of concentration
• Progressing symptoms:
• Memory loss
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Alzheimer disease 16: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Alzheimer disease 16:

• Memory loss
• Depression
• Infection
• Delayed recovery from surgery
• Inability to care for oneself
• Pneumonia - swallowing problems can lead to aspiration
• Falls
• more complications...»

Wrongly Diagnosed with Alzheimer disease 16?

• Failure to diagnose Alzheimer disease 16
• Undiagnosed: Alzheimer disease 16

Treatments for Alzheimer disease 16

• There is no cure for the condition so treatment is aimed at managing symptoms and slowing progression of the condition. Alzheimer medications (acetylcholinesterase inhibitors) and Namenda (NDMA antagonist) have varying degrees of benefits for patients - some patients have significant slowing of progression whereas others suffer a worsening of symptoms. Other medications are used to control symptoms e.g. depression, pain, agitation and insomnia. Other beneficial therapies and supportive measures includes: mental stimulation, supportive care and nursing homes.
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