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Other illnesses that cause Alzheimer-like signs


You need to know that there are some illnesses and problems that may look like Alzheimer’s, but are caused by other problems.
These include:

The point is to get checked out by your doctor. Don’t let fear stop you from seeing your doctor. You can get help.
  • Bad reaction to certain medicines
  • Depression
  • Not eating enough healthy foods, or too few vitamins and minerals in your body
  • Brain tumors
  • Blood vessel disease
  • Thyroid problems

Some of these illnesses can be treated. Once treated, your confusion and memory loss should go away.




Page last updated Aug 29, 2006

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