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alzheimer's disease - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

Mutations in three different genes -- the amyloid precursor protein (APP) gene and the presenilin 1 and 2 (PSEN1 and PSEN2) genes -- have been discovered in families with early-onset familial Alzheimer's disease. Taken together, these mutations only account for about 20-50% of familial Alzheimer's, indicating that other genes remain to be found in this disorder. ...
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Further Reading on alzheimer's disease
  • Alzheimer ' s Disease - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
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  • Alzheimer ' s Disease - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Learn about Alzheimer ' s disease and how to maintain quality of life...not yet a cure for Alzheimer ' s disease , there is much that can...the End of Life. Treatment Overview

  • Alzheimer ' s Disease : Overview & Facts ( WebMD )
    Facts conquer fear. Start here to find out what is and isn't known about Alzheimer ' s causes, Alzheimer ' s risks, and Alzheimer ' s ...

  • A Treatment Overview of Alzheimer ' s Disease ( WebMD )
    Read about the various treatments used for Alzheimer ' s disease ...learning, judgment, communication, and quality of life. Alzheimer ’ s disease , a progressive brain disorder, is the most...

  • Alzheimer ' s Disease : Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer ’ s disease is difficult and stressful. These tips will help you balance your caregiving responsibilities with you own mental health.



  • Making the Diagnosis of Alzheimer ' s Disease ( WebMD )
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  • Stuttering - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Stuttering that develops between ages 2 and 7 years is not uncommon and usually resolves on its own . Regardless of whether ...an accidental injury or a disease that affects the brain, such as...

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    Your mouth is a mirror of your health: Experts say gum disease may cause inflammation and affect...an overview of the latest research on the connection between oral health and overall health. "In...



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