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All of 5 Brothers with early onset Dementia: Is it genetic?

Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Aug 10, 2022 | Replies (8)
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@bed29h43rs

I empathize with you. My brother passed away 12 years ago with early onset Alzheimer's. He was 62 years old. I now have 2 of my sisters in a nursing home with Alzheimers. One with close to end of life. Daily, I question whether I am next. I read the response article on the involvement of genetics. My mother passed away from congestive heart failure and my dad of colon cancer. Both in their right minds up until the end. No genetic connection. This disease is totally devastating and baffling. It is a long journey of caregiving. I often think of getting tested but then again there is no cure. I wish you all the best on your journey.

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dadbrother2022 | @dadbrother2022 | Aug 8, 2022

Hello there/ I have read your comment and am amazed by your story as well. Same questions I asked the person who posted- are you in clinical trials- have you any support from society’s like Alzheimer’s society or others?
Are you able to share the age of the onset of your siblings? My brother has dementia and is 46. I’m sure inset started at 42. The poor guy has gone thru SOOOOOO much to get that diagnosis cuz he is so young. Nobody thought about dementia regarding medical personal. Any ways/ please let me know your thoughts. I am on a referral for genetics counseling/referral and to see a neurologist. Hope you are well and having a good week!!😊

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