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What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's?

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Dr. Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia. Alzheimer's is a specific disease. Dementia is not.

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