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At what age does dementia set in for Down's syndrome patients?

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At what age does dementia set in for Down's syndrome patients?

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Down syndrome patients generally experience dementia and cognitive decline. William Mobley, MD, PhD, describes the onset of symptoms and when they usually occur.

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