New Normal or Just Tired?

Snipe

My DW has been a bit more confused and more tired the last two days. Her gait has also changed to a more half step with some shuffling. She has been going to daycare three days a week and has stayed longer twice so far this week. We’re only up to her staying close to three hours but, yesterday she was tired when she came home and took a nap which she usually doesn’t. Today, with no daycare, she was better this morning but tired and napping all afternoon and she didn’t want any dinner. I know what she is showing is the eventual progression but, I’m hoping she is just tired from the new routine and additional mental stimulation. I’ll see how she is tomorrow morning and will probably keep her home.

SDianeL

you’re right. It could be either. Hope she’s better tomorrow.

​fesk

I hope she is feeling better. With the gait change, may be best to have her see a doctor. Also, check for a UTI if you haven't.

Goodlife2025

New routines always seem to make my DW extra tired. But that is also part of the progression. Hope she is feeling better tomorrow.

Michele P

https://alzconnected.org/discussion/75883/new-normal-or-just-tired

If you haven’t done so, get her tested for a UTI to rule this out.

Snipe

I was lucky enough this morning to get her in to see her primary care doctor, who just happened to have a cancellation. She agreed with the decline since her last visit. Did the UTI test in the office which showed nothing remarkable. She’ll send the the sample for further tests. Took some blood and scheduled a CT for later today. Her doctor has been absolutely fantastic through this whole ordeal. Fingers crossed.