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What Causes Alzheimer's Disease?
Question: On a genetic report if it. Says you are positive for early onset Alzheimer's does that mean I will get it.
Brief Answer:
Provide complete report
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Alzheimer's disease is caused by many factors and genetic predisposition is one of them.
If you are positive for genetic markers of Alzheimer disease then probability of disease is high as compared to other peer group.
The extent of involvement is variable and depends upon varied factors and only genetic will not be deciding onset and severity of involvement.
You can upload your report to analyse better.
Are you having any memory problems, risks like hypertension, diabetes, other medical conditions, addiction?
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back with these details.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Provide complete report
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Alzheimer's disease is caused by many factors and genetic predisposition is one of them.
If you are positive for genetic markers of Alzheimer disease then probability of disease is high as compared to other peer group.
The extent of involvement is variable and depends upon varied factors and only genetic will not be deciding onset and severity of involvement.
You can upload your report to analyse better.
Are you having any memory problems, risks like hypertension, diabetes, other medical conditions, addiction?
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back with these details.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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