Late-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease in an Elderly Woman

Abstract

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological condition and is the most prevalent cause of dementia in an elderly population. Some of the common symptoms include gradual cognitive decline, memory loss, and behavioral abnormalities that interfere with day-to-day functioning. We report the case of an 88-year-old woman from Peshawar who has had gradual memory loss, persistent questioning, and poor location and object identification for eight years. Along with this disease she was suffering from diabetes mellitus and osteoarthritis. The patient also had a positive family history of Alzheimer disease which may indicate neurocognitive issues. The clinical manifestation of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, the significance of family history, and the difficulties in treating dementia in older individuals with several comorbidities are all highlighted in this case.