Amyloid plaques
Amyloid plaques are clumps of proteins that accumulate in the brains of people with certain neurodegenerative diseases, most notably Alzheimer's disease. These plaques form when a protein called amyloid-beta misfolds and sticks together, disrupting communication between brain cells and contributing to their degeneration. The presence of amyloid plaques is often associated with memory loss and cognitive decline, as they interfere with the brain's normal functioning. Research continues to explore how these plaques develop and their exact role in diseases, with the hope of finding effective treatments.
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Amyloid plaques are abnormal clumps of protein fragments that accumulate between nerve cells in the brains of people with certain neurological disorders, particularly Alzheimer's disease. These fragments, primarily composed of beta-amyloid protein, disrupt communication between brain cells and can lead to cell damage and death. Their buildup is believed to contribute to cognitive decline and memory loss associated with Alzheimer's. Researchers are studying amyloid plaques to better understand their role in the disease and to develop potential treatments aimed at preventing or reducing their formation.