How Effective Are the Potential Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease, How Do They Work, and Is a Cure in Sight?

Abstract

This literally overview looks into the effectiveness of the current treatments available to patients suffering from Alzheimer’s
disease. There are many factors linked to the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Ultimately, AD is caused by the
selective loss of neurons in regions of the brain such as the hippocampus.
The disease process is ‘a kind of reversal of ageing’, with the sufferer losing management function, the ability to make
judgements, evaluate courses of action and their consequences, and undertake multifaceted tasks. The need for a cure is
apparent. Nonetheless, current treatments are not effective enough for sustained treatment of Alzheimer’s.
The article explores the differences in function between acetyl-cholinesterase inhibitor, NMDA receptor antagonist,
γ-secretase modulator, anti-Aß antibody and insulin therapy in relation to Alzheimer’s. It has become evident that as of
yet, we have been unable to arrive at a certain cure for this disease. However, we are now able to prescribe to patient’s
drugs that can aid in making their quality of life as an Alzheimer’s patient and the families of the unfortunate more
bearable. Some treatments can help slow the onset of the adverse effects of Alzheimer’s, if spotted early; but not stop
them.
It is hopeful to think that a cure is near. It’s currently unlikely as we still do not fully understand which elements trigger
the disease, and which causes the most damage.