Yes, but this usually at the beginning stages. Very rarely is it advanced at that age.
2006-08-26 09:44:30
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answered by Anonymous
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Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a person’s ability to carry out daily activities. The most common form of dementia among older people is Alzheimer’s disease (AD), which initially involves the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. Although scientists are learning more every day, right now they still do not know what causes AD, and there is no cure.
Scientists think that as many as 4.5 million Americans suffer from AD. The disease usually begins after age 60, and risk goes up with age. While younger people also may get AD, it is much less common. About 5 percent of men and women ages 65 to 74 have AD, and nearly half of those age 85 and older may have the disease. It is important to note, however, that AD is not a normal part of aging.
Scientists do not yet fully understand what causes AD. There probably is not one single cause, but several factors that affect each person differently. Age is the most important known risk factor for AD. The number of people with the disease doubles every 5 years beyond age 65.
Family history is another risk factor. Scientists believe that genetics may play a role in many AD cases. For example, early-onset familial AD, a rare form of AD that usually occurs between the ages of 30 and 60, is inherited.
2006-08-26 16:53:37
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answered by aysha 4
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One very Important Factor is Aluminium.
Stop using Aluminium containers, Aluminium cooking Utensils, Anti-Dandruff Aluminium containing Shampooes.
Aluminium has been found as a Very Crucial Causative Agent in the Onset or Development of AD!!
2006-08-26 18:44:16
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answered by Neo 2
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That is Early Onset Alzheimer's and it's genetic.
2006-08-27 19:12:52
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answered by Gevera Bert 6
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Yes unfortunately it is possible. A good neurologist would advise you on this better than me if you know one. I knew of someone who had it.
2006-08-26 17:43:10
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answered by montralia 5
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unfortunately yes
2006-08-26 16:42:13
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answered by fifi 5
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