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Caregivers | Last Active: Nov 12, 2023 | Replies (707)
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@mentonette

Hi everyone:
My husband of 42 years had a stroke affecting his left side. He also has type 2 diabetes. We just learned that he has the plaques associated with Alzheimers. I can relate to the issue of not eating or drinking. He lost so much weight that I hardly recognize him. I tried giving him Ginger root capsules and it has improved his appetite. He still does not drink enough water each day. A speech therapist also worked with him to improve swallowing.

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Sep 16, 2023

@mentonette Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! I’m so sorry about your husband’s stroke. Can he do things for himself or is he totally dependent on you? Have you tried Ensure or Boost? They are nutritional supplements. You can add some ice cream and make a milkshake or freeze them for ice cream. Does a speech therapist still work with him?
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