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What percentage of dementia cases does Alzheimer's disease account for?
What percentage of dementia cases does Alzheimer's disease account for?
- 50–60%
- 80–90%
- 30–40%
- 60–80% (correct)
Which of the following is a common symptom of Alzheimer's disease?
Which of the following is a common symptom of Alzheimer's disease?
- Loss of taste and smell
- Mood swings (correct)
- Visual hallucinations
- Muscle weakness
At what age can Early-onset Alzheimer's occur?
At what age can Early-onset Alzheimer's occur?
- Under 40
- Under 65 (correct)
- Under 60
- Under 50
Is there a known cure for Alzheimer's disease?
Is there a known cure for Alzheimer's disease?
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What are the prime suspects in damaging and killing nerve cells in Alzheimer's disease?
What are the prime suspects in damaging and killing nerve cells in Alzheimer's disease?
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Where do beta-amyloid plaques primarily build up?
Where do beta-amyloid plaques primarily build up?
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What is the role of tau protein tangles in Alzheimer's disease?
What is the role of tau protein tangles in Alzheimer's disease?
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Which brain areas are primarily affected by the process related to beta-amyloid plaques and tau protein tangles?
Which brain areas are primarily affected by the process related to beta-amyloid plaques and tau protein tangles?
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