Conditions13 Common Illnesses That Have Been Linked to Alzheimer’sAlthough we don’t know a lot about the causes of Alzheimer’s disease, having the following conditions may raise your risk or make your symptoms worseAnemia Chill Chillz/Shutterstock This common blood disorder is defined by a decline in red blood cells.
These cells transport oxygen, which is why a common symptom is persistent fatigue.
Some studies have found a connection between anemia and an increased risk of dementia in older adults.
The concern is that by depriving the brain of oxygen, anemia could lead to the type of damage seen in people with Alzheimer’s.
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Common Illnesses That Have Been Linked to Alzheimer’s
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