F00-F09: Organic, including symptomatic, mental disorders
F00: Dementia in Alzheimer disease
Dementia in Alzheimer's disease, coded as F00 in the ICD-10 classification, refers to a progressive condition affecting the brain and cognitive functions. It is specifically associated with Alzheimer's disease, one of the most common causes of dementia. The condition often presents with symptoms like memory loss, difficulty in thinking, problem-solving or language and changes in mood or behavior. These effects usually start gradually and get progressively worse over time, affecting a person's daily life and ability to perform routine activities. Dementia in Alzheimer's disease doesn't have a communicable nature, meaning it's not directly transmitted from person to person. The exact cause of Alzheimer's disease is yet to be fully understood, but it is believed to be triggered by a combination of genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors that impact the brain over time. It largely affects older people, especially those over the age of 65.
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