Is Alzheimer's hereditary?

Answer 1

Yes and no...They say that Alzheimer's can be hereditary and is also found more in Men then women which I disagree with. Having worked with Alzheimer's patients I found way more women have it then men....

Answer 2

It depends on many factors and your best bet would be to see a specialist.

Alzheimers is caused by gene mutations on chromosomes 1, 14, and 21. Even if one of these mutated genes is inherited from a parent, the person will almost always develop early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. All offspring in the same generation have a 50/50 chance of developing FAD if one of their parents had it.

The majority of Alzheimer’s disease cases are late-onset, usually developing after age 65. Late-onset Alzheimer’s disease has no known cause and shows no obvious inheritance pattern. However, in some families, clusters of cases are seen. Although a specific gene has not been identified as the cause of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, genetic factors do appear to play a role in the development of this form of the disease.

Check out website: www.ahaf.org It will tell you a lot more and may answer any more questions you might have on the subject. However, bear in mind that nothing is conclusive and it is always best to seek the advice of a specialist in that particular area. Good luck!

Answer 3

Like many diseases, there is a genetic component. It doesn't guarantee you will get Alzheimer's though, just that you might. I've read that if you have a 1st degree relative (parent, sibling, child) with it, that gives you a 50% chance. My dad has it and his aunt had it, and he's in a study at Yale University for a new AD drug, and the doctor in charge of the study told me not to worry about getting it, that the 50% is if I live to be 100 and don't die from something else first.

Answer 4

Certain people have a precipitation to Alzheimers Disease, and some forms of mental illness can be genetic. If anyone is worried about Alzheimers Disease, then I should ask his or her GP. I feel that ignorance on subjects such as mental health, contributes to people becoming ill with worrying about the fact that they might become mentally ill. It is then a vicious circle. I hope that what I have written will help you to understand, and there is nothing to be overly worried about. We are all human beings, with our faults and failings, and we can all help each other in this world.

Answer 5

i really hope not. my gran has been in the last stage for years.all she does is lay in her bed in the nursing home.she seems to be shrinking more and more every time we see her. it like the living dead.she has no quality of life.she was given the last rites 2 years ago and shes still here.i don't want her to die but honestly theres nothing to her.is it fair?

Answer 6

Yes of course, genetic counts...

Answer 7

yes

Answer 8

Willys cynical thought for the fugging day;

I've had altheimers since before I can freaking remember!

http://www.willyblues.com/

Answer 9

yes it is

Answer 10

I would say that it is, but there still is not enough proof.