Alzheimer - Morphology, Pathogenesis, Neurochemical Aspects

, this condition is a neurodegenerative syndrome, which involves a gradual and irreversible loss of cognitive functions.
The most characteristic symptoms of Alzheimer's consist of memory deficits, language problems, personality changes, lack of initiative, confusion, disorientation and loss of reasoning and judgment skills.
Experts believe that genetic and environmental factors, plus a certain lifestyle and, sometimes, familiarity with the disease contribute to causing Alzheimer's disease.
The diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is complex; In fact, numerous investigations are needed, including: physical examination, anamnesis, neurological examination, cognitive and neuropsychological tests, laboratory tests of various kinds and imaging diagnostics (brain CT and magnetic resonance imaging of the brain).
Currently, Alzheimer's is not curable. However, patients can count on various symptomatic treatments, which are able to alleviate the symptoms and slow down the inexorable cognitive deterioration typical of the disease.

For further information: Alzheimer's disease: What it is, Causes and Symptoms of the brains of Alzheimer's patients showed that the brain organ has important abnormalities.