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Re: Just need to talk to my friends (209)
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/250469#Comment_250469 The problem is my platelets are low. My PCP has ruled out autoimmune issues and tested for B12 (low normal and potentially an issue) …1 -
Re: So over this...
@H1235 Sadly, I think my DH dementia has brought out the worst in me too. I never knew I was so short tempered. Never knew I could get so easily frustrated to the pulling my hair out point. Didn’t kn…11 -
Re: Anger
chiming in to say I’m so sorry you are facing this, but so glad you found this site. I got so much help here from people who know what they are talking about. Very good advice in the posts above 👆, b…1 -
Re: Caregiver who is a nurse
@debscohenrn I am an R.N. I have been since the 80s. My DM with supposed "MILD" cognitive impairment is my hardest, and worse, patient yet. Nothing I have been taught, or used, works with h…3 -
Re: Anosognosia Is Overwhelming Me
That's the hardest part of this for me. He thinks he's fine, but can't be left alone for more than a few minutes.4 -
Re: Reposting...
We're in the same boat. I'm 75 she is 77. She can take care of her personal needs but not much else. I am exhausted.1 -
Re: Reposting...
I understand my wife diagnosed 3 yrs ago she 78 and I’m the same. I’m in pretty good shape but my biggest fear is if anything happens to me and I don’t even mean dying , she wouldn’t be able to funct…1 -
Agitated Spouse
My wife has Alzheimer’s and on occasion feels that she has appointments (like hair or nails or something like that). Wants to call to cancel appointment. These are places from over 30 years ago. In a…2 -
Re: So over this...
Well said! Simple stated! Glad you said it in this safe space! I am glad you are getting help soon. I have at many times felt the way you have and at other times felt deep love and compassion for my …3 -
One diaper change away
I'm one gross diaper change away from screaming. If I could run away I would. How do others handle this horrible job without throwing up?2
Commonly Used Abbreviations
DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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