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Is there anythiny to help advanced alzheimer's disease?
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Alzheimer: Medications may slow progression in early stages. In advanced stages, only palliative supportive nursing care & treating other medical problems.
Answered 7/18/2016
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Maintain comfort: Advanced alzheimer's disease is a terminal disease like incurable cancer. Comfort can be provided by hospice or by some programs like namaste care that is available in some nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Answered 9/28/2016
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