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What Would Be The Survival Rate Of A Dementia Patient?

My family has been told that my mom has dementia and she's only 65 yrs old. She very heavy and did not control her diabetes level, thyroid , and blood pressure. She has being hospitalized and treated for six/seven weeks now and all diseases are now under controlled at a descent levels besides her mind is very much stuck 30-35 years ago. Plus she doesn't walk and get around well. So, my question is; in your opinion; what do you feel would be her survival rate?
Wed, 21 May 2014
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I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.
the survival of dementia patients depends on the stage of illness. ones severe dementia sets in, the survival period is anywhere between 3-8 years.
Hope I am able to answer your concerns.
If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.
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Dr. Srikanth Reddy M.D.
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What Would Be The Survival Rate Of A Dementia Patient?

Hello, Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query. I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through. the survival of dementia patients depends on the stage of illness. ones severe dementia sets in, the survival period is anywhere between 3-8 years. Hope I am able to answer your concerns. If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you. In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link: bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy Wish you good health, Kind regards Dr. Srikanth Reddy M.D.