A study led by Dr. Yijun (Nicholas) Pan and Dr. Liang Jin found that anxiety and neurological disorders are associated with an increased likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease. However, conditions such as arthritis, cancer, gastric complaints, and high cholesterol were linked to lower odds of Alzheimer’s. The study, published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring, highlighted the complex interconnections between various medical conditions and Alzheimer’s. The researchers suggested that further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and how treatments for these conditions may contribute to the risk of Alzheimer’s. This study provides valuable epidemiological evidence for clinicians to evaluate an individual’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
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Researchers find intriguing connections between Alzheimer’s disease and other common conditions
