Alzheimer’s strikes differently in men: Here’s why it is worse than you think
Hindustan TimesAlzheimer’s disease is often associated with women, largely because they make up the majority of diagnosed cases but new research is shedding light on a critical difference: while more women develop Alzheimer’s, men may experience a much faster decline once the disease takes hold. A study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia revealed that men with early signs of Alzheimer’s—marked by the buildup of amyloid plaques in the brain—showed steeper declines in brain health, cognitive function and key biological markers of the disease compared to women. Here’s what you can do to support long-term brain health, regardless of gender: Prioritise regular check-ups – Cognitive screenings and brain scans may help catch early warning signs. The future of Alzheimer’s research While this study highlighted sex differences in Alzheimer’s progression, it also raises new questions - why do men seem to decline faster once amyloid buildup starts?
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