Does Herpes Simplex Virus cause Alzheimer ’ s Disease?

by Gertrud U. Rey Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder and the most common form of dementia. Although its exact cause is unclear, an increasing body of evidence suggests that an infection with herpes simplex virus (HSV) may contribute to onset of AD later in life. Both types of HSV (HSV-1 and HSV-2) infect … Does Herpes Simplex Virus cause Alzheimer’s Disease? Read More »
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