Alzheimer’s Disease: Is It an Autoimmune Disorder? A Revolutionary Shift in Understanding
For decades, Alzheimer’s disease has been considered a degenerative brain disorder primarily caused by the buildup of beta-amyloid plaques in the brain. These plaques, along with tangles of tau protein, have been the focus of most research and treatment development. However, a groundbreaking new theory challenges this perspective, suggesting that Alzheimer’s may not be a brain disease after all—it could be an autoimmune disorder.
This shift in understanding, based on over 30 years of research, could redefine how scientists and medical professionals approach Alzheimer’s, offering new avenues for treatment and hope for millions worldwide.
Traditional Understanding: The Beta-Amyloid Hypothesis
The prevailing theory posits that Alzheimer’s disease results from the accumulation of be...