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Alzheimer’s DiseaseJames Smith Pd.8 03/15/10
What is Alzheimer’s DiseaseThis is a progressive degenerating disease
which means that it worsens over time.The estimated number of people in America
that have Alzheimer’s disease is 5.2 million.The disease damages nerves in the brain that
are vital for memory and other abilities.This affects the memory, judgment, and
thinking which can hinder a persons ability to handle day-to-day activities.
Early signs of Alzheimer’sForgetting names of people who are close to
youForgetting recent experiencesMisplacing things or putting them in the
wrong spotsHaving mood swings or quickly changing
emotionsNon-active or losing interest in activities you
enjoyed
Patients with mild Alzheimer’s Have memory loss
or forgetfulnessTrouble with naming
commonly used items
Repeatedly ask the same questions
Wander off easily Lose in activities
they once liked to do
How is Alzheimer’s treatedThey are still figuring out more information on
Alzheimer’s DiseaseThey still don’t know how to cure or prevent the
effects of Alzheimer’s Disease But they do know how to treat its symptomsThe number one rated treatment for Alzheimer’s
Disease is ARICEPTIt is a small tablet that is taken every day and
doesn’t need to be taken with meals, and may help reduce the breakdown of acetylcholine a vital chemical in the brain that helps control memory and thinking
Resourceshttp://
www.alzheimersrxtreatment.com/alzheimers-treatment.html
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