"Early Detection of Alzheimer's Through Visual Symptoms"

A new study suggests that changes in visual perception abilities, especially in women, may be an early warning sign of Alzheimer's disease, even before cognitive abilities show signs of decline. Individuals with posterior cortical atrophy (PCA), a condition involving shrunken brain tissue affecting visual interpretation, often experience problems with depth perception and reading. While PCA is almost always caused by Alzheimer's, it is often misattributed to aging eyesight, delaying diagnosis. Early detection is crucial for managing symptoms and potentially slowing progression through lifestyle changes and anti-amyloid medications.