I don't have a lot of time at the moment, but I do want to encourage you to make an appointment with a neurologist that understands MCI - and the many medical issues that can cause this devastating condition. My sweet hubby was diagnosed with Alzheimers, then severe anxiety, then depression, then PTSD, then MCI and the list of endless diagnoses goes on. However, a psychologist and a Nurse Practitioner, in separate appointments in different states recommended that we go to Mayo Clinic. That was the best advice we could have gotten. Mayo was VERY THOROUGH and sadly, decided that he has Lewy Body Dementia. However, they have helped both of us cope with this devastating, on-going destruction of a wonderful man with counseling, advice, compassion and a medication (Excelon patch) that has given us more quality time. They have encouraged us to put aside mundane tasks, hire help to do yard and housework, etc., to provide more quality time. Yes, this is depressing, it is sad, it is unfair, but the reality is - it is here and there are loving ways to deal with this to make life easier and more productive for all. It seems like I might have it all together, but believe me, I am a mess when I am alone and try to deal with these thoughts that constantly bombard my brain, but love carries a lot of strength and tears are a welcome relief for the heart, mind, and body. I want to encourage you to search for answers and solutions to make life a bit easier in this very hard journey.
Know that you are being prayed for as you go through each day....
God's blessings and strength.
Jan

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