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When do alzheimer's disease for a person needs treatment medically?does drugs affect significantly?
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As soon as possible: Finding a knowledgable physician as soon as the diagnosis is made is very important. There are treatments and information one needs as soon as possible.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Some drugs: When people with advanced alzheimer's disease develop generalized infections, e.g., pneumonia, antibiotics may be less effective in curing them.
Answered 9/15/2015
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