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Partner with early signs of dementia & APOE 4 breaking up with me

Posted by a23studio @a23studio, Jul 28 7:10pm

Hi all, I’m not sure I’m in the right place, but I’m devastated over recent events. My boyfriend of 8 years learned he has two copies APOE 4. He learned those results two months ago in the middle of a trip of a lifetime with our friends. Since then, he has started showing signs that he saw in his mother and brother. He just ended our relationship because he doesn’t want to be a burden. I understand that, and his love for me is beautiful, but I am truly devastated.

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1995victoria | @1995victoria | 1 hour ago
In reply to @gilkesl "@1995victoria There are many areas in the brain. Some control movements. Others control learning ability and..." + (show)
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@1995victoria There are many areas in the brain. Some control movements. Others control learning ability and yet others control emotions. In brain degeneration, areas may be affected differently. Thus, some people can walk for miles but would keep getting lost while others become argumentative and even aggressive while others become sweet and docile. Just remember your friend is not the person you remember. Wait a while and try to visit another time.

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@gilkesl I can only hope. He is really a nice decent guy who I've known for many years. It's a sad situation......thank you for the kind thoughts

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