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Question: My father is 92 years old and is having hallucinations, i'm his daugher and take care of him. I've noticed in the past 3 to 5 mouths this problem. Any advice would help this is going on several times day or night and he does not sleep well [ on seroquel 50 mg. at night ]
Brief Answer:
dementia
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
the hallucinations are almost certainly caused by dementia. If he's not having an acute disorder (like an infection for example) which may cause disorientation, confusion, hallucinations and other neurological symptoms to patients of his age, then he's just exhibiting symptoms of dementia. His doctor should exclude an acute disorder and then raise the dosage of seroquel appropriately. He should be taking the lowest possible dose of seroquel that keeps him symptom-free. His neurologist is the best person to help with dose-titration.
I hope it helps!
Kind Regards!
dementia
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
the hallucinations are almost certainly caused by dementia. If he's not having an acute disorder (like an infection for example) which may cause disorientation, confusion, hallucinations and other neurological symptoms to patients of his age, then he's just exhibiting symptoms of dementia. His doctor should exclude an acute disorder and then raise the dosage of seroquel appropriately. He should be taking the lowest possible dose of seroquel that keeps him symptom-free. His neurologist is the best person to help with dose-titration.
I hope it helps!
Kind Regards!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
You do think my father needs to see a neurologist? His family Dr. said he needs to get a level in his system for about two weeks no change up 25 mgs. I'm am trying to get the most information i can. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
he needs to see his primary care doctor first
Detailed Answer:
You're welcome!
Your father has to see his primary care doctor first to exclude acute disorders like a urinary tract infection (even with minimal symptoms) or other disorders that may exacerbate his dementia. If the doctor cannot detect any potential cause for your father's worsening then seroquel can be titrated up slowly (little increases every 1-2 weeks). The optimal dosage is better left for the neurologist to decide.
Kind Regards!
he needs to see his primary care doctor first
Detailed Answer:
You're welcome!
Your father has to see his primary care doctor first to exclude acute disorders like a urinary tract infection (even with minimal symptoms) or other disorders that may exacerbate his dementia. If the doctor cannot detect any potential cause for your father's worsening then seroquel can be titrated up slowly (little increases every 1-2 weeks). The optimal dosage is better left for the neurologist to decide.
Kind Regards!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you very much for the information. I have been taking care of my father now two and a half years i have no one else to help me and now i have more information i can ask and talk about with his family Dr.
Brief Answer:
Glad to help
Detailed Answer:
Glad to help... Coping with dementia is hard and needs patience. Caring for the patient is the most important part, so I'm sure things will work out well for both of you.
Kind Regards!
Glad to help
Detailed Answer:
Glad to help... Coping with dementia is hard and needs patience. Caring for the patient is the most important part, so I'm sure things will work out well for both of you.
Kind Regards!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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