Alzheimer's disease
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(noun) a progressive form of presenile dementia that is similar to senile dementia except that it usually starts in the 40s or 50s; first symptoms are impaired memory which is followed by impaired thought and speech and finally complete helplessness |
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Synonyms: Alzheimer's, Alzheimers |
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Related Words: presenile dementia |
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