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Table of Contents

Overview
Patient Presents
Social History
Physical Exam
Neurological Objectives
Differential Diagnosis
Workup
CT Scan
Diagnosis
Treatment
References

Authors:

Christopher Neal, MD
Michael Meyer, MD

School of Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia
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Does He Have Alzheimer's?

Social History


He reports a 60 pack year smoking history, starting when he was 23. His alcohol consumption consists of about a case of beer a week.

Family History

Mr. X's father died at the age of 49 from a heart attack. His mother is still alive and is in a nursing home. She moved there after having a stroke 3 years ago. His brother and sister are in good health.

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