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Can a child develop Alzheimer's? Understanding the Rare Genetic Conditions

While Alzheimer's disease primarily affects adults over 65, a common misconception is that a child can develop Alzheimer's. In reality, pediatric dementia-like symptoms are caused by a distinct group of extremely rare, progressive genetic disorders, not the hallmark pathology of Alzheimer's itself. These disorders are collectively known as childhood dementia, and understanding them is crucial for affected families.

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Has a child ever gotten Alzheimer's?

While Alzheimer's disease is widely recognized as a condition affecting older adults, with the risk doubling every five years after age 65, the idea of childhood onset is a common misconception. In reality, a child has never gotten true Alzheimer's; instead, a rare group of genetic disorders can cause similar dementia-like symptoms.

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