What causes Alzheimer’s disease?

[Urielthompson75]

The aberrant buildup of protein in and around brain cells is assumed to be the origin of Alzheimer's disease. Amyloid is one of the proteins involved, and its deposits create plaques around brain cells. The other protein is tau, which builds up in the brain cells and causes tangles. Although the actual cause of this process is unknown, scientists do know that it begins several years before any symptoms arise. Different parts of the brain are affected in more rare forms of Alzheimer's disease. Increased risk, age, family history, Down's syndrome, head injuries, cardiovascular disease, and other variables are among them.

 

[Cynthia Moran]

Research continues to reveal more about the causes of Alzheimer’s disease. We know that one important cause is deposits of sticky molecules called plaques and tangles in the brain. These build up over time, like rust on a car, disrupting the communication between nerve cells. But scientists don’t fully understand what causes plaques and tangles to form or why they accumulate in some people but not others. Alzheimer’s may be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors that appear to work together over time. Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older people. Alzheimer's is not a normal part of aging and does not affect everyone equally. The disease can begin slowly and gets worse over time. RoyalVibe Health is passionate about helping people make the most of the time they have to be alive.