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Has Anyone Tried The Infusion Kisunla? We Are Waiting For Genetic Blood Test Results, Checking For Brain Swelling& Bleed Before We Proceed.
Has Anyone Heard About A Link To Dementia From The Covid Shots?
My primary told me not to take another one. That there has been some links from the covid shots to dementias according to some research in Tampa FLa
I’m sure there are many unknown effects of the Covid vaccines. I don’t plan to take anymore. However, dementia has been around a lot longer. My mother passed away from dementia in 2013. I knew my… read more
I Am 74 Years Old, And Was Diagnosed With Alzheimer's Disease In 2023. Both Of My Older Sisters Died From It. How Many Years Do I Have Left?
My only treatment has been taking the medication Memantine. It's hard to know if it is helping or not. Are the newer treatments more effective, and what about the side effects?
It is hard to define lifespan, with this disease! I was diagnosed 5+ yrs ago, but still functioning at a good level. Check my Stiry for details of what I am doing, to ward off decline.
What Or Where To Learn “hand Massage” For Person With ALZ Or Dementia - How To Get Certified?
My Gal Still Drives And Is Now Going Shopping Almost Every Day. Sometimes She Gets Turned Around Or Lost. I Know It’s Dangerous But She Love
My husband stopped driving on his own. One day he just said he shouldn’t drive. I think he realized how easily he would become disoriented. I am grateful this was not a battle. He also owns a sailboat… read more
My Husband Was Diagnosed In 2019 And Is Still Driving. Is This Normal? How Long Would You Expect This To Continue?
@A myALZteam Member: This discussion may be of great help to you.
https://www.myalzteam.com/users/64ee2c2e073a8c6...
Wondering If Any Of You Have A Spouse With Dementia/Alz That Get Obsessed With A Private Part Of Their Anatomy After Surgery?
Hubby complains about jock itching after his pacemaker surgery. They shaved his pubic hair off to insert catheter tube. He got pacemaker via the catheter tube. He had anesthesia which seemed to mess up his head and give him bladder control issues. Now, he's better at it, but he still complains about the itching and being wet. I got him medicated powder and ointment. I currently give him allergy pill every other day or so. I even took him to local Urgent Care to see if he has UTI. He was negative… read more
Dear WeaverBecca, No experience with this type of problem...could he still be healing from irritation/trauma where they inserted the catheter? No discoloration, or bruising? It also is sometimes… read more
Suddenly LO Is Only Awake 2 Hours A Day. Any Insight On This Development
Ive used the uti strips for years to quickly be sure and get help.
I agree w Helen its a great idea to have them on hand.
What Type Of Doctor Does Your Spouse/parent See For Alzheimer’s Follow Up?
May ask if you take your spouse/parents to a General Practitioner , Neurologist or a Geriatric doctor for check ups. I am going crazy deciding which way to go. My husband was seeing a Neurologist at the beginning but once she decided that meds for ALZ had done their work after a few years, she suggested for my husband to see a GP which he did for years but my husband ended up in the hospital for 3 days. Being there some doctor suggested for my husband see a Geriatric doctor. That doctor was a… read more
Thank you so much!
What’s Your Trick For Enjoying Holiday Treats And Staying On Track? 🎃
Holidays. Always a dilemma. We are all over the map with that. We have to travel to be with family. Since my wife broke her ankle two years ago, we cannot stay with anyone because they all have stairs… read more
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