Alzheimer's Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

7. How long do people with Alzheimer's disease live after developing the disease?

People with Alzheimer's disease often live for years with the disease, eventually dying from pneumonia or other diseases. The time from diagnosis to end of life varies. It can be as little as 3 years if the person is over 80 when diagnosed. Or, it may be as long as 10 years or more if the person is younger.