A return to normal mental function is rare, and most treated people eventually develop progressive deterioration with Alzheimer disease. No measures prevent onset or progression of Alzheimer disease. Rapid progression of symptoms may require more frequent follow-up and early referral to an assisted living or full nursing care facility. Dementia due to other general medical conditions and dementias due to multiple etiologies. Medicine is a constantly changing science and not all therapies are clearly established.
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