In an insightful article for World Alzheimer's Day 2024, Dr. Ritu Jha, Director & HOD - Neurology at Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad, highlights the reasons why women are more prone to Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases. Hormonal fluctuations throughout a woman's life, particularly involving estrogen, play a significant role in increasing vulnerability to conditions like Alzheimer's. As estrogen's protective effect diminishes after menopause, the risk of developing these disorders may rise. Dr. Jha also notes that neurodegenerative diseases like dementia and Parkinson’s are progressive and irreversible, affecting individuals of all ages. However, women’s proactive approach to healthcare allows for earlier diagnosis and better management of such conditions.
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