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s77barri
s77barri Member Posts: 9
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Docs are suggesting electroconvulsive therapy. I’m old school and I don’t hear any news flashes. Concerned but cautious about going to Oregon for treatment.

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  • SDianeL
    SDianeL Member Posts: 1,230
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    you can search for ECT on this site at the top. You could also call the Alzheimer’s toll free number. I would research the benefits cs the side effects. please keep the forum posted. I found this:

    +4Memory loss is a common side effect of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), but it's usually temporary. Most people experience short-term memory loss and confusion after ECT, which improves within a few months. However, some people experience long-term memory loss. 

  • mpang123
    mpang123 Member Posts: 246
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    When I had ECT, I never got full memory back. I lost memory from the 1st day till the last day of treatment. I was told I was very confused and when completed, I was still depressed.

  • sandwichone123
    sandwichone123 Member Posts: 847
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    I have seen ECT provide amazing outcomes and disappointing ones. Usually it's only considered as a last resort when medications have not been successful and life is intolerable. In those cases, it can be amazing. It can still be disappointing as well, but often worth trying.

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