10 signs and symptoms of early Alzheimer's on: June 24, 2018, 04:12:03 pm #1 People with MS are sometimes concerned that cognitive problems or memory lapses might mean the onset of Alzheimer's disease. This article discusses early Alzheimer's symptoms and how to differentiate them from the more normal lapses of aging--from Medical News Today (June 22, 2018), "What Are the Signs of Early-Onset Alzheimer's?": Early onset Alzheimer's symptoms: Memory loss, vision, and more Early onset Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that begins before the age of 65 years. Knowing the initial symptoms can help someone get early treatment. medicalnewstoday.com Logged MS Speaks--online for 20 yearsSPMS, diagnosed 1980. Avonex 2001-2004. Copaxone 2007-2010. Glatopa (glatiramer acetate 40mg 3 times/week) 12/16/20 - 3/16/24.