All articles tagged with #young onset
A 35-year-old father was diagnosed with late-stage colon cancer, underwent chemotherapy, then adopted a regimen of twice-weekly strength training plus cardio and a fiber-rich Mediterranean-style diet. He notes exercise may be as effective as drugs at preventing relapse and cites research, while advocating early screening and awareness for under-50s.
Erin Kelly, a 29-year-old Australian single mother, has been diagnosed with a rare genetic form of early-onset Alzheimer's disease, inheriting the PSEN1 mutation from her mother. She is experiencing early symptoms and is seeking treatment options like Leqembi to slow progression, while also trying to protect her young daughter from the diagnosis. Her family has started a fundraiser to help afford treatment not covered by Australian public health services.
A study published in JAMA Neurology identified 15 risk factors for young-onset dementia, challenging the notion that genetics are the sole cause of the condition. These risk factors include lower formal education, genetic variation, alcohol use disorder, depression, and heart disease. Experts emphasize the importance of addressing modifiable risk factors to reduce the incidence and prevalence of dementia, while also recommending strategies such as reducing stress, cutting back on alcohol, staying socially engaged, and prioritizing sleep quality to mitigate risk.
Vikas Chinnan, a Californian man, was diagnosed with young onset Parkinson's at age 45. He initially dismissed his early warning signs as being due to a viral infection he caught in seventh grade that damaged his spine. However, he then began to suffer tremors in his right arm, forgetfulness, and started to lose interest in activities he enjoyed. Doctors diagnosed him with Parkinson's, and he is now on medications for the disease and has also taken up boxing to help maintain his movements. Parkinson's is the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, with nearly one million Americans suffering from the disease.