Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Degenerative Diseases

Degenerative diseases are a group of illnesses that cause progressive deterioration of the body's cells, tissues, or organs. They are often caused by genetic mutations, age-related changes, or environmental factors such as exposure to toxins or radiation. These diseases can lead to disability or death if left untrea…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 46× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2998-4211 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Degenerative diseases are a group of illnesses that cause progressive deterioration of the body's cells, tissues, or organs. They are often caused by genetic mutations, age-related changes, or environmental factors such as exposure to toxins or radiation. These diseases can lead to disability or death if left untreated. They include illnesses such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Treatment for degenerative diseases typically involves medications, lifestyle modifications, and physical or occupational therapy. Prevention is possible through lifestyle changes such as healthy eating, exercise, and addressing risk factors. Improved awareness and early diagnosis can allow for earlier interventions, increasing the chances of successful treatment and slowing the progression of the illness.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 46 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Degenerative Diseases, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Alzheimer's Research and Therapy (ISSN 2998-4211).

Journal editorial board
Aysun Cetinyurek Yavuz · Netherlands Elvis Freeman Acquah · Australia Silvia Ingala · Netherlands

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