Which parts of the brin affected by Alzheimer's disease? Where do the Plaques and Tangle first appear?

Question

and which lobe of the brain is NOT as affected by AD?

Answer 1

Many areas of the brain are affected by Alzheimer's, particularly cholinergic neurons located in the nucleus basalis. However, there is diffuse and widespread atrophy of the entire cerebral cortex, particularly in the temporal and parietal lobes, which is thought to account for all of the sensory and recognition disorders associated with Alzheimer's. I'm not sure what areas would be spared from damage -- perhaps the occipital lobe, because those senses (i.e. vision) seem to remain relatively intact.

Answer 2

The tangles and plaque can appear anywhere and it can affect any or all parts of the brain. It is different for each person, which is why different people have different symptoms. My dad, for instance, doesn't think he's living in the past, which is a common symptom.

Answer 3

well, ya see I use to know the answer to that one, but no I can't remember of the top of my head cause I believe the disease has caught up with me. However, if ya do a internet search on the disease I sure one of the sites will inform you.