8 Questions
What percentage of dementia cases does Alzheimer's disease account for?
60–80%
Which of the following is a common symptom of Alzheimer's disease?
Mood swings
At what age can Early-onset Alzheimer's occur?
Under 65
Is there a known cure for Alzheimer's disease?
No, but symptoms can be managed
What are the prime suspects in damaging and killing nerve cells in Alzheimer's disease?
Beta-amyloid plaques and tau protein tangles
Where do beta-amyloid plaques primarily build up?
In the spaces between nerve cells
What is the role of tau protein tangles in Alzheimer's disease?
Building up inside cells and contributing to cell death
Which brain areas are primarily affected by the process related to beta-amyloid plaques and tau protein tangles?
Areas responsible for memory, judgment, and higher cognitive functions
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