This week on PodcastDX, we're talking about L.A.T.E., which stands for Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy. It's a type of dementia that many people have never heard of, but it's common, especially in adults over 80.
L.A.T.E. can cause memory loss that looks a lot like Alzheimer's disease. Because of that, it's often missed or mistaken for Alzheimer's. In this episode we cover:
What L.A.T.E. is and how it was identified
How it differs from Alzheimer's, and why the difference matters
Why many people have both conditions at the same time
What current research is showing
Questions to ask your doctor
Support and resources for caregivers and families
If you or someone you love has been told "it's probably Alzheimer's," this episode is worth a listen.
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