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Intelgenx shows cognitive improvement
In April I posted here about the Emory University montelukast Alzheimer's trial. The trial results showed that one group of participants showed cognitive improvement. However the results were suspect…3 -
Re: Guilty, Not Guilty
great news. Makes me wonder: would she be happier living with another family member? Would you? Hard question I know. I just wish there was someone there who could take some of the burden off of you.1 -
Re: Colonoscopy Brings Complications
Sunnyside, I went through surgery to remove a huge polyp from my colon when DW was about stage 4. The polyp was precancerous but too large to remove via a colonoscopy, they removed 9 inches of my col…4 -
Re: My wife's kids live across the country.
Perhaps, just ask them how often they'd like to get updates—e.g., only when they ask for it, or whenever you deem fit, or only when there's a significant update to relay? Just see what they're thinki…1 -
Re: Obsessive plant watering
I think these are good suggestions, but the ultimate answer is not to have the plants. Are we talking houseplants or part of your home landscape? the former is easier to get rid of, obviously. Calend…2 -
Re: Obsessive plant watering
I have a problem with overwatering and it’s not due to dementia. Both the nursery and the hardware store sell moisture meters that indicate how wet the soil is. Maybe your DW could test the soil and …1 -
Re: How can I care for my mother on my own without losing myself?
One thing you learn during this journey is that you learn about yourself. I had no idea I could be so patient and understanding and able to slog through everything, make decisions, and keep going . Y…1 -
Re: Obsessive plant watering
This sounds like the pet overfeeding that some PWDs do. At least it is plants and not poor animals, though I think your strategy to not buy expensive plants for now, is good. Different issue, but may…2 -
Re: Not a good day, steeling myself
M1, My heart breaks for you. You may have to turn over complete care to the MC staff and maybe they can give your loved one a sponge bath or use that waterless body cleanser that can be applied only …2 -
Re: Memory Care and Cancer Diagnosis?
Oh I'm so sorry about your husband's diagnosis. The question you must answer is if the bone marrow biopsy shows cancer will he/you choose treatment or palliative/hospice care? My husband is in memory…1
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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