Medical Review: Dr. Gerald Mastaw, MD – Board-Certified PhysicianLast Updated: October 2025 What Is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory, reasoning, and daily function. It begins subtly — with mild forgetfulness and disorientation — and gradually impacts independence, communication, and overall quality of…
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, gradually destroying memory, learning, and functional independence. Current FDA-approved drugs such as donepezil, rivastigmine, galantamine, and memantine provide limited symptomatic relief but do not slow the progression of neuronal loss. Antibody therapies that target amyloid plaques have shown inconsistent clinical outcomes. As a result, researchers…
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people around the world, but women seem to carry a larger burden. In fact, nearly two-thirds of all Alzheimer’s cases are found in women. While it’s true that women tend to live longer than men - and age is the greatest risk factor for Alzheimer’s - researchers now believe that’s…
Neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease (PD), Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are among the most challenging medical conditions to treat. These disorders involve the gradual breakdown and loss of neurons in specific areas of the nervous system, leading to symptoms such as memory loss, paralysis, and impaired movement or cognition. Despite decades…
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are two of the more common neurodegenerative diseases, with nearly seven million people in the US living with the conditions in 2023. While AD is more prevalent than ALS, they are both characterized by the progressive loss of specific neurons and glial cells in the central nervous…
Treatment of injuries and damage to organs and other tissues as a result of the aging process or conditions has often relied on managing symptoms. By offering painkillers and steroids, healthcare providers can keep you more comfortable, but they are not targeting the cause of the problem. This means you have to keep relying on…
What you eat has a huge impact on your overall health, including your cognitive function. Your brain is a powerhouse that needs a constant influx of nutrients to function at its best, and some foods offer more of those nutrients than others. By adding the right foods to your diet, you can give your brain…
Regenerative medicine using stem cell therapy has grown in popularity in the past years because of the promising results it has shown for the management of conditions, injuries, and other issues. By understanding the power of stem cells, the options available, and the reasons why some people are hesitant while others urge research forward, you…
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be emotionally challenging, especially when they experience agitation. Agitation is a common symptom of Alzheimer's and can manifest as restlessness, pacing, aggression, or verbal outbursts. Witnessing your loved one in distress can be distressing for you as well. However, there are strategies and approaches you can…
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for an estimated 50%-70% of dementia cases worldwide. Characterized by memory loss and cognitive impairment, AD is progressive, debilitating, and fatal. In addition, it’s estimated that new cases of AD around the globe are occurring at a staggering rate of 20 per minute with…
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