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Which type of dementia is the most common?
Which type of dementia is the most common?
What is a sign that indicates the need to see a medical professional for dementia?
What is a sign that indicates the need to see a medical professional for dementia?
Where does Alzheimer's disease begin in the brain?
Where does Alzheimer's disease begin in the brain?
What is a common symptom experienced by Alzheimer's patients?
What is a common symptom experienced by Alzheimer's patients?
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What are the pathological markers required to diagnose Alzheimer's?
What are the pathological markers required to diagnose Alzheimer's?
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What is the effect of Aricept (acetylcholine agonist) on Alzheimer's disease?
What is the effect of Aricept (acetylcholine agonist) on Alzheimer's disease?
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What is the main challenge in treating Alzheimer's due to brain changes?
What is the main challenge in treating Alzheimer's due to brain changes?
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What is the basis for Alzheimer's according to the text?
What is the basis for Alzheimer's according to the text?
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Why do drugs attempting to break up amyloid plaque and neurofibrillary tangle deposits fail to treat Alzheimer's?
Why do drugs attempting to break up amyloid plaque and neurofibrillary tangle deposits fail to treat Alzheimer's?
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What is a key feature of Alzheimer's brain compared to a healthy brain?
What is a key feature of Alzheimer's brain compared to a healthy brain?
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What are the main symptoms associated with Alzheimer's according to the text?
What are the main symptoms associated with Alzheimer's according to the text?
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How does neuron death contribute to Alzheimer's disease?
How does neuron death contribute to Alzheimer's disease?
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Why have drug companies given up on Alzheimer's research according to the text?
Why have drug companies given up on Alzheimer's research according to the text?
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What is one reason preventing buildup prevention as a viable treatment option for Alzheimer's?
What is one reason preventing buildup prevention as a viable treatment option for Alzheimer's?
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