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My husband had an appointment at Cleveland Clinic yesterday
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Mar 27 5:33am | Replies (20)Comment receiving replies
Yes my wife was diagnosed with Frontotemporal Dememtia about 4 years ago. I am sure it started before that. The first test she took it lasted maybe 1.5 hrs. About 2 years later the second test took 4 hours and don't think the results were very good. The past several months her memory and comprehension is almost impossible to deal with. She does not understand anything I try to explain to her. About the only answere she understands is Yes Or No and No is usually not a good answere for her. I want to continue to care for her but it is becoming very difficult for me. I get very little time to my self and her emotions are driving me crazy.
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That sounds exhausting and very stressful. Dementia symptoms vary in people and some types are particularly challenging to manage. Some require medication to address mental anguish the dementia is causing. Can you ask her doctor about it?
Can you get help with her care? Have you considered placement? While some people with dementia have symptoms that a caretaker can manage in the home, it’s not feasible with some situations. The persistent need for direction, resistance to care and emotional instability can be overwhelming. Can you speak with her doctor about that? And, explore options for her care?
Reaching out for help is a good thing. What about respite care so you can rest and figure out what might work in the near future? Best of luck with things. I know how stressful it can be.