What is Alzheimer's Disease?

  • 5 years ago
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disorder that causes the brain cells to degenerate and die. As many as 5 million American suffer from Alzheimer's disease. Although younger people may suffer from Alzheimer's disease, it is more evident in people over the age of 60. The memory problem is typically the first red-alert that a person tackles. According to the National Institute on Aging, below are some common symptoms of Alzheimer's disease: 1. Memory Loss 2. Financial issues 3. Day-to-day problems 4. Judgement problem 5. Misplacement of things 6. Emotional problems