What Is The Prognosis For Alzheimer's Disease?

May 4, 2009 -- Question: What is the prognosis for Alzheimer's disease?

Answer: I think the prospect for research in Alzheimer's disease is actually quite bright. We're on the threshold of making significant contributions now to treating the underlying cause of the disease.

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As soon as we are able to develop effective treatments, I think people will live longer lives with a much higher quality of life -- and the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease will not be played out in the manner of which they are today.