Monday, July 28, 2014

Risk Factors for Alzheimer's Disease

With the exception of the rare cases of Alzheimer’s
caused by known genetic mutations, experts believe
that Alzheimer’s, like other common chronic diseases,
develops as a result of multiple factors rather than a
single cause.

Some risk factors are: age, family history, Apolipoprotein E (APOE)-e4 Gene, MCI involving memory problems, cardiovascular disease, social & cognitive engagement, education, and traumatic brain injury.

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