First observed by the namesake scientist in describing the conditions of 51 year old Auguste Deter, it is caused by a buildup in beta-amyloid and tau proteins in structures known as plaques and tangles.
Factors that appear to cause this condition include the APOE e4 gene as well as the recently discovered SORL 1 gene. The gene for one of its main causes is located on chromosome 21, explaining its prevalence among sufferers of Down syndrome and moderate forms of it can be treated with Galantamine. Typically diagnosed using the MMSE, a more common treatment for this disease is Donepezil, which helps increase production of acetylcholine. First observed by the namesake scientist in describing the conditions of 51 year old Auguste Deter, it is caused by a buildup in beta-amyloid and tau proteins in structures known as plaques and tangles. FTP, identify this most common form of dementia that typically affects the elderly. 
Factors that appear to cause this condition include the APOE e4 gene as well as the recently discovered SORL 1 gene.
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