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