Experts say they're 'cautiously enthusiastic about the fact that we're probably heading in the right direction' as nasal spray shows promising results in fighting early stages of Alzheimer's.
Experts say they're "cautiously enthusiastic about the fact that we're probably heading in the right direction" as nasal spray shows promising results in fighting early stages of Alzheimer's.Something as simple as a puff from a nasal spray could be the Alzheimer's breakthrough millions have been waiting for.What scientists are working on inside the walls at UTMB in Galveston may one day help millions dealing with Alzheimer's.
"It completely robs you of the person that you are," Murphey said. "You become completely dependent in the most advanced stages of the disease."UTMB researchersScientists used aged mice with brain diseases. After the animals received the spray, they say it showed promising results in clearing harmful build-up and improved cognitive functions.
It comes just days after the FDA approved a new drug to slow down Alzheimer's progress. However, neurologists say it's expensive, inconvenient, and may only help people in the early stages. "Unfortunately, there's no medication that exists at this time that allows you to stop where you're at or to reverse. It only slows down the progression of the disease," Murphey explained.Experts hope a cure will come soon because this disease affects not only people with it but millions more who provide care.
"We have to be cautious," Murphey said. "Cautiously enthusiastic about the fact that we're probably heading in the right direction."Care for Alzheimer's requires different approach for POCs, experts say
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