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Alzheimers & Dementia
Alzheimer’s is an unpredictable disease that affects millions of Americans. Our expert will help you understand how dementia affects the brain, how Alzheimer’s is caused, and what to expect from each stage of the disease. Researchers continue to work on treatments for Alzheimer’s; in the meantime, you can help yourself by following some basic preventative measures. Our expert will tell you how.

Questions Answered by our Experts

Gus  Alva
Dr. Gus Alva-Medical Director, ATP Clinical Research
Meet the Expert 
Alzheimer's Disease 
  1. Dr. Gus Alva
  2. What is "Alzheimer's disease"? 
  3. What are the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease? 
  4. What are the stages of Alzheimer's disease? 
  5. How can I identify the first stage of Alzheimer's disease? 
  6. How can I identify the second stage of Alzheimer's disease? 
  7. How can I identify the third stage of Alzheimer's disease? 
  8. What happens to the brain of an Alzheimer's patient? 
  9. What are "plaques" and "tangles"? 
  10. What do plaques and tangles do? 
  11. How did plaques and tangles play a role in the history of Alzheimer's? 
  12. What does an Alzheimer's patient remember most? 
  13. Where does Alzheimer's disease begin to affect the brain? 
  14. Where does the memory reside that is damaged by Alzheimer's disease? 
  15. What effects does Alzheimer's have on the body? 
  16. What are the risk factors for Alzheimer's disease? 
  17. What are some of the early warning signs of Alzheimer's disease? 
  18. What are the dangers of late-stage Alzheimer's? 
  19. What are some of the dangers of someone with Alzheimer's in society? 
  20. How common is Alzheimer's disease? 
  21. Is memory loss a normal part of aging? 
Dementia 
  1. Dr. Gus Alva
  2. What is "dementia"? 
  3. What are the symptoms of dementia? 
  4. What causes dementia? 
  5. What are the dangers of dementia? 
  6. How does a doctor test for dementia? 
  7. Who is most at risk for developing dementia? 
  8. How do I prevent myself from developing dementia? 
  9. What is the difference between dementia and delirium? 

Popular Questions

  • What is "Alzheimer's disease"?
  • How can I identify the first stage of Alzheimer's disease?
  • What happens to the brain of an Alzheimer's patient?
  • What does an Alzheimer's patient remember most?
  • Where does Alzheimer's disease begin to affect the brain?
  • What effects does Alzheimer's have on the body?
  • How common is Alzheimer's disease?
  • Is memory loss a normal part of aging?
  • What causes dementia?
  • Who is most at risk for developing dementia?
  • How do I prevent myself from developing dementia?
  • What do I do if I think a loved one has Alzheimer's disease?
  • How is Alzheimer's disease diagnosed?
  • Who can diagnose Alzheimer's disease or dementia?
  • How does an MCI Screen work?
  • Can Alzheimer's disease be prevented?
  • Is there a cure for Alzheimer's disease?
  • What should I look for in an assisted living facility?
  • How do I find support groups for Alzheimer's?
  • Is Alzheimer's fatal?
Alzheimer's And Dementia: Diagnosis 
  1. Dr. Gus Alva
  2. What should I do if I think I have Alzheimer's disease? 
  3. What do I do if I think a loved one has Alzheimer's disease? 
  4. How is Alzheimer's disease diagnosed? 
  5. Who can diagnose Alzheimer's disease or dementia? 
  6. What is an "MCI Screen"? 
  7. How does an MCI Screen work? 
  8. What is the "MMSE"? 
  9. What is the "Clock Drawing Test" (CDT)? 
  10. What is the 'Mini-Cog test'? 
  11. What is the "AD8 test"? 
  12. What is the "SLUMS examination"? 
Alzheimer's And Dementia: Treatment 
  1. Dr. Gus Alva
  2. Can Alzheimer's disease be prevented? 
  3. Is there a cure for Alzheimer's disease? 
  4. What medications are used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease? 
  5. Will stem cells help treat Alzheimer's? 
  6. What treatments for Alzheimer's disease are in clinical trials? 
  7. What lifestyle changes are necessary after Alzheimer's diagnosis? 
  8. How do I deal with the permanent effects of Alzheimer's disease? 
  9. What plans should I make after Alzheimer's diagnosis? 
  10. How can I maintain my personal safety after Alzheimer's diagnosis? 
  11. What plans should I make for a family member who is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease? 
  12. What are the side effects if an Alzheimer's patient misses his or her medication regiment? 
  13. What should I look for in an assisted living facility? 
  14. How do I find support groups for Alzheimer's? 
  15. Is Alzheimer's fatal? 
Causes Of Alzheimer's And Dementia 
  1. Dr. Gus Alva
  2. What gene is responsible for Alzheimer's disease? 
  3. Can aluminum intake cause Alzheimer's disease? 
  4. Can anti-perspirants cause Alzheimer's disease? 
  5. Can vaccinations cause Alzheimer's disease? 

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