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Could Mental Confusion And Depression Be Symptoms Of Dementia?
My sister is 85 and lives with her son & daughter in law, both of which work. She seems to feel she sin the way, although she lets the dog out during the day, but is alone the rest of the day. Her son makes doctor appointments and takes her. I m afraid she has no real responsibility and gets mixed up sometimes when taking medicine. She got mad at my other sister when my younger sister told her I hadn t visited her yet. She said are you calling me a liar? Is this the start of dementia and what can be done for her?
Mon, 13 Jul 2015
Hello and thanks for writing.
I can understand the concern for your sister and would try to help you in the best possible way. Yes the symptoms you have mentioned are consistent with dementia. However other causes like Parkinsons, Vitamin B 12 deficiency, hypothyroidism and electrolyte imbalance also need to be considered.
I suggest you consult your GP who may evaluate her for any other conditions and refer her to a dementia clinic so that she would be properly managed.
I can understand the concern for your sister and would try to help you in the best possible way. Yes the symptoms you have mentioned are consistent with dementia. However other causes like Parkinsons, Vitamin B 12 deficiency, hypothyroidism and electrolyte imbalance also need to be considered.
I suggest you consult your GP who may evaluate her for any other conditions and refer her to a dementia clinic so that she would be properly managed.
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