Does all elderly people get Alzheimer's

Question

Does all elderly people get Alzheimer's

Answer 1

No, but usually their memory slips as they get older.  I know someone with Alzheimer's, and they deteriorate quickly and before you know it, they're on their death bed.  It's dreadful, really.

Answer 2

No. But the older you are, the more likely you're going to get it.

According to Wrongdiagnosis.com: "About 3 percent of men and women ages 65 to 74 have AD, and nearly half of those age 85 and older may have the disease."

Answer 3

NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Answer 4

No, not all of them. Just some.  

Answer 5

it depends on alot of things

Answer 6

No it depends on a lot of factors such as prior head trauma, stroke, and genetics. All can cause necrosis of brain cells that can lead to Alzheimer's

Answer 7

No, very few, and they're all Republican.

Answer 8

No. It is a common disease, but certainly not ALL elderly people have it. Most people's memories are not the same as they used to be when they are elderly (Note: MOST. There are some that are still as sharp as ever.), and that is a natural part of growing older. Alzheimer's is a disease with specific symptoms and diagnostic criteria.

If you suspect that someone you know has it, they should be strongly encouraged to be diagnosed by a doctor. There are many other types of Dementia as well that are not Alzheimer's.

Answer 9

I don't think so.There's a lot of older people who have a memory sharper than an elephant.

Answer 10

No, not all elderly people are destined to get it.  It just seems like it because we hear so much about it--especially with the rise in the elderly population.