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Lewy body dementia

Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a disease that affects more than 1 million individuals in the United States. This form of dementia is associated with abnormal deposits of a protein called alpha-synuclein in the brain. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and types of LBD, and find out about available treatment options.


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