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Alzheimer dementia  listen  (ALTS-hy-mer deh-MEN-shuh)

  A brain disorder that usually starts in late middle age or old age and gets worse over time. Symptoms include loss of memory, confusion, difficulty thinking, and changes in language, behavior, and personality. Also called Alzheimer disease.