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What is the life expectancy for an alzheimer's patient?
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About 8 years: It depends on the age of diagnosis. It is usually 8 years but if the diagnosis is made when the person is in the 80ies it may be only 3 years.
Answered 2/10/2013
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May vary: Often said to be roughly 10-15 yrs after diagnosis, but could be shorter period of time depending on age of diagnosis, and co-morbidities. The alzheimer's meds on the market do not seem to change life expectancy.
Answered 10/4/2016
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