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Hello. My husband has been referred for a PET scan and to a geriatric psychiatrist after...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/695905/

Discussion: Introductions: Are you caring for someone with dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 4, 2022

Hello, I can’t say that the experiences he has had recently are Dementia or Alzheimer’s. A...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/715982/

Discussion: Are these signs of Dementia or Alzheimers disease?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 9, 2022

My husband who died with Parkinsons used it and it was helpful. You can look for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/898109/

Discussion: Question about Nuplazid

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 18, 2023

I agree - this support group is a major lifeline for me as well. My Mom’s...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1235049/

Discussion: I don't know why I did that

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 12, 2025

Is that dr a Neurologist? A PCP is great for the basics but Dementia needs further...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1105432/

Discussion: Dementia: How to encourage her to go to the restroom? UTI concern

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 14, 2024

I had a fall. Had a MRI to insure there was no bled in the brain....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1308444/

Discussion: What were the first dementia signs you noticed?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 20, 2025

Jen, my experience with doctors included one who thought my 81 yr old husband was suddenly...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/615676/

Discussion: Lewy Body Dementia at age 51: Anyone else with early onset LBD?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 11, 2021

Thank you for your reply. My husband does not realize the severity of his cognitive decline...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1398438/

Discussion: Infusion Therapy. Step 1

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Sep 21, 2025

Upgirl2013 is right. A neuropsychologist would be better, especially one who deals explicitly with dementias and...

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Discussion: Okay, I need your responses and help with this one

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Aug 12, 2025

@gl66: I'm so sorry to hear you and your wife are going through such an emotionally...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1355685/

Discussion: My wife's Neurologist recommended a Psychiatrist-Experiences?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 24, 2025

Your description of the elephant in the room rings true to me as well. Slowly over...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1234311/

Discussion: I don't know why I did that

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 11, 2025

How did the visit go? After overseeing the medical care of two family members with dementia,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1359637/

Discussion: My wife's Neurologist recommended a Psychiatrist-Experiences?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 30, 2025

@elm123 I understand your fear. I'd be very worried too in your place. Do you have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1274430/

Discussion: Frequent Deja vu that feels real to my husband

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 4, 2025

My husband is 84 and was diagnosed with MCI/Alzheimers late last year in October after his...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1519969/

Discussion: Tests indicate Alzheimer's: Any thoughts on Leqembi and Kisunla?

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Posted: Mar 5 6:03am

@lynnrackliff When I looked at your profile I saw that you joined Mayo Clinic Connect two...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1306309/

Discussion: What are questions we should ask the neurologist?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 17, 2025

Thank you, Scott. Ron was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2017 and Alzheimer’s in 2019. His current...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/802857/

Discussion: Looking for other experiences with Aricept.

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 28, 2023

My husband is a physician (pathologist) he has been told he has Alzheimer’s but I think...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1154705/

Discussion: How does sharing diagnosis of Alzheimer's affect patient?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 9, 2024

My husband has had chronic cluster headaches for the past 25 years. He gets 4 to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031184/

Discussion: Activities to do with your loved one: Share your tips

Support Group: Caregivers

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

Lol- I tried the folding towels idea and his first comment “Hey, someone left towels on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/860409/

Discussion: Distraction from obsessive behavior for spouse with LBD

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 15, 2023

There are tests now that can diagnose what type of dementia you are dealing with. LBD...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/854303/

Discussion: Lewy Body Dementia at age 51: Anyone else with early onset LBD?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 4, 2023

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