mother has had Alz for 14 yrs. I am 67 yrs. old, female and unable to remember names, faces, dates, special details from the past. I have sleep apena & use nasel machine. Depression, scarred, future, and whether this is a sign of true Alz. Thank you. Barb
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10/19/08 8:18am
Hi
Self diagnosis is not a good idea! Some of the symptoms you write about could be caused by Alzheimer's, but they are symptoms of many other diseases and conditions too! The best thing is to go see your doctor.
Yes there is evidence that Alzheimer's may have a genetic component. There is more information about it. Click here
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