Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia

Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia: Introduction

Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia: This form of Alzheimer's is an early-onset form of Alzheimer's that is linked to a defect on chromosome 14q24.3. It is characterized by features which are atypical for Alzheimer's - spastic paraparesis which occurs before the dementia symptoms and apraxia. 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, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia is available below.

Symptoms of Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia

• Early symptoms:
• Forgetfulness
• Loss of concentration
• Apraxia
• Visuospatial agnosia
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See full list of 45 symptoms of Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia

Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia:

• Premature death (type of Death)
• Memory loss
• Depression
• Infection
• Delayed recovery from surgery
• Inability to care for oneself
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• Failure to diagnose Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia
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Treatments for Alzheimer disease, familial, 3, with spastic paraparesis and apraxia

• 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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