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Alzheimer's disease
A progressively worsening brain disorder that affects memory. Symptoms usually begin with increasing forgetfulness and confusion and can progress to the inability to complete simple daily tasks.
Is a type of:Dementia
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Young adult19-40 | Rare | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Common |
Body locations
Head
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