Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain, especially memory, thinking, and behavior. As it progresses, it interferes with daily activities and the ability to communicate.
It is characterized by the abnormal accumulation of proteins in the brain that form plaques and tangles, damaging nerve cells and hindering the transmission of signals between them.
There is no cure and it usually affects people over 65 years of age, although it can also manifest at younger ages. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms and improving the patient’s quality of life.
