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About Alzheimer's Disease: Causes of Death in Alzheimer's Disease

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From Andrew Rosenzweig, MD, your Guide to Alzheimer's Disease
As the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, Alzheimer's disease places a tremendous burden on patients and their caregivers. Just yesterday CNN's web site ran a story referring to it as the defining disease of baby boomers. Thinking about end of life issues and causes of death is not easy, but unfortunately must be faced by most people dealing with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

Causes of Death in Alzheimer's Disease
In late stage Alzheimer's disease, people become extremely confused and disoriented. Eventually they lose the ability to communicate, and may not respond at all. They are unable to care for themselves, becoming bedbound and completely dependent on others.... Read more

Aspiration Pneumonia
Probably the most common cause of death in Alzheimer's disease is aspiration pneumonia. Aspiration pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs and airways to the lungs (bronchial tubes) from breathing in foreign material..... Read more

Cachexia
Cachexia is a condition of ill health marked by significant loss of appetite, weight loss, muscle wasting, and overall debilitation (both physical and mental).... Read more

The Late Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
It's important to know what to expect during the late stages of Alzheimer's and how to provide optimal care when Alzheimer's reaches its final phase.... Read more

 


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