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Article: Alzheimer's is more than the normal memory loss of aging
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- The Sun - Naperville (IL)
- Article date:
- September 12, 2006
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Tired of losing your car keys? Having trouble remembering someone's name or recalling a word to describe something? Mild memory loss can occur as a person gets older, but when memory problems interfere with your daily functioning, it could be a sign of a more serious condition.
One of the most serious forms of memory loss is dementia, which is caused by changes in the brain. Alzheimer's disease is one of the most common forms of primary dementia. While it may seem like forgetting things and getting confused is just a fact of life, Alzheimer's should not be considered a normal part of aging.
With the current population trends in America, there will be a record number of adults over the age ...