Dear Jean7ma,
Your story sounds so much like mine. And as I read the other responses to you, it’s clear that many of us can tell a similar story. I too wanted a clear diagnosis, much more than my partner did. Centre has a good point about having a baseline. It helps to mark changes later. My caution is to realize that neuropsych doctors can make mistakes, or dementia can change suddenly. Our first one told us that Ron absolutely did not have Alzheimer’s because of certain test results & comments Ron made in conversations. Well. six months later Ron had a special MRI & a spinal test & a memory researcher at our state’s university confirmed the diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease.Two years later, Ron has declined further & is refusing any more testing or therapy. It’s too discouraging for him. And I understand better so I won’t press for more testing. Dementia seems to be an uneven road with lots of curves & turns & stop signs. I wish you well in making decisions at each curve or sign. I hope you find at least one good doctor who can help you navigate your path.

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