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Which Alzheimer’s Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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Stages Of Alzheimer's And Dementia

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Had To Take Off Aricept After Taking It With Donepezil For 6.5 Yrs. Really Loosing His Memory. Didn't Know What Relation Our Son Is To Him

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What Are The Best Adult Pampers?

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Houston, AK

My husband who has Alzheimer’s has to wear adult pampers at night. I have bought so many brands but none seem to “hold” (pee”) . Most of the time I have to get up in the middle of the night to clean and change his pampers….including his pajamas and shirt.
If you know of a brand that your loved one is using and can hold a lot, please let me know.
My husband doesn’t drink any liquids passed 6pm. I thank you in advance!

A myALZteam Member

Thank you so much! I’ll buy them right now 🥰

September 30

Do You Or Your Loved One Follow A Specific Diet To Help With Alzheimer’s?

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San Francisco, CA
A myALZteam Member

@A myALZteam Member, I agree with you. My husband has few enough pleasures in life these days and so very little autonomy. If he wants to enjoy a slice of cake or buttery mashed potatoes, who am I to… read more

November 13

We Have Our Days And Nights Mixed Up How Do You Get A Person With Dementia To Reverse This?

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Oakley, CA
A myALZteam Member

Can your doctor prescribe something for sleep?

October 23

Mom Refuses To Eat. She Eats Very Minimal Amounts Of Food- Bites. Drinks Minimal. How Long Can This Go On?I Feel Like She Is Wasting Away.

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Kinnelon, NJ
A myALZteam Member

Yes, 100%. As of yesterday, my mom has started to transition. 💔. Your words have brought comfort to my heart

September 26

Has Anyone Ever Taken There Loved One Out Of A Memory Care Facility After Only A Few Months To Their Home Permanently?

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Grand Prairie, TX
A myALZteam Member

Thank you for your reply, it is very helpful as I have been feeling guilty and a failure that I couldn't keep him at home like I thought I could at first. The last few years have been rough with… read more

September 29

Rexulti Vs Buspirone. Any Comments On The Genrtic Buspirone

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Ohio, OH
A myALZteam Member

Kerry, i agree w everything you wrote. The 75 mg a day of risperidone has made it possible for me to manage Dick at home. He has gained about 15 lbs, a side effect of the drug, but since his diet is… read more

September 27

How To Encourage Showering? I Think He Forgets Why He Went In There - But If I Interfere He Gets Snarky.

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Chico, CA
A myALZteam Member

My Hubs eats all I put in front of him - so that’s good. I do miss the please & thank yous, but that is minor compared to so much other stuff! It’s like a 4yr old with ADD. Dammm disease!

September 20

My 67 Yo Husband Seems To Be Going Through The Stages Very Quickly, And I Am Having Trouble With Depression Even On Medication.

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A myALZteam Member

Mention Trintellix (I’m on it) and also make sure they do the blood test on you. I forgot what it’s called but it will tell you which anti-anxiety antidepressants work best with your chemistry. I… read more

October 30

Increasingly My Husband's Body Temperature Varies Almost Hour By Hour. He Changes His Clothes Several Times A Day. Normal ???

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Milford, DE
A myALZteam Member

I did not know that thank you so much for sharing that information!

October 30

How Do You Keep A Male Dry At Night? I Have Incontinence Bed Pads Under Him But The Top Sheet Gets Wet. Any Suggestions And/or Products To

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Hogansville, GA
A myALZteam Member

Also add a plastic matress cover to your bed. Once the matress gets wet it's hard to clean. My husband was using depends but for some reason switched to pads. Seems to be working well for now.

September 21
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