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F T D Anyone know Frontal Temporal Dementia? Symptoms startiNow what?
Brain & Nervous System | Last Active: Apr 26 10:22am | Replies (13)Comment receiving replies
@californiazebra
I understand the situation with your mom. The doc wasn’t concerned because I can still function very well.
The EEG showed my brain was slowing. The Neuro Psych test was above average all the way down to “horrible”.
I’ve had every test, and in 2 days I meet with a team of doctors. They have reviewed my files, and may have a diagnosis.
I really have to manage by myself because I would have to hire someone. I can take care of my physical needs. I’ve got my everyday matters covered. There are friends who call and visit.
I am a 75 year old feisty (sometimes) woman.
Thank you,
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Hello Feisty woman. I am blessed to have my husband with me and he's retired so he can fuss me to his heart's content. Of course the more he fussess, the more controlling he becomes. 3 doctors (or NP) have told me I can't drive anymore. Between the FTD and Seizures, driving was a no go. I've always been an introvert who likes to stay quiet and no real friends. There is his family here and they help with him but they are not very close to me so no real talking with them. My family is 3 hours away and my sister has always understood me. Probably because she understands. She has disabling migraines and she's lost part of her sight. SO she can't drive either. I feel SO trapped. 2 more tests to go and then I can rest and know where I stand. Oh and my best friends through life has been reading and journaling. I stopped reading 2 years ago and stopped journaling 3 years ago. After all this started with a TIA or seizure, the MRI showed the brain shrinkage, it's been one dr and test after another. I'm ready to stop.
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@SusanEllen66
Luckily my mother had me to move in and help her. I would be in your boat. You sound like me that you’ll fight till the end to remain independent in your own home. I hope you find the answers you seek.