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How can I deal with undiagnosed, unrecognized, likely dementia?
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Jun 28 1:56pm | Replies (53)Comment receiving replies
Many conditions can simulate dementia and might be correctable. An extensive general medical evaluation should be undertaken, looking for correctable conditions. Lab tests are usually targeted towards symptoms and signs. An underactive thyroid could certainly mimick dementia and is correctable, as are many other metabolic abnormalities, drugs in addition to neurodegenerative conditions.
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@wctdoc1943 the sufferer still has to recognize and admit there’s something not quite right. This is the problem for me right now. My friend was supposed to book an appointment and bloodwork. He denied ever having the conversation with his NP.