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Is anyone using a teledoc neurologist?
We have a neurologist and he diagnosed my husband with early Alzheimer's in September. Our next appointment is in February and I need to change...
My wife's Neurologist recommended a Psychiatrist-Experiences?
My wife's Neurologist recommended a Psychiatrist. I am not sure it will be a help. My wife has trouble communicating. Can't finish thoughts. Has trouble...
What are questions we should ask the neurologist?
My husband has been losing cognitive function for a few years. He also has some physical disabilities with walking and fine motor use in his...
How do I prepare for a first appointment with a neurologist?
How do I prepare for a first appointment with a neurologist?
How often do you see a neurologist?
My wife, diagnosed with MCI 2 years ago, has seen the neurologist once, the very first visit. Since then it has only been the physicians...
Anyone having issues getting access to neurologist for evaluation?
We live in a small town - we were excited when we finally got a neurologist at the local hospital. I called for an appointment...
What should be expected of a neurologist treating Alzheimer’s?
My family and I are disillusioned with the neurologists that have seen my dad who has Alzheimer’s. They say they “treat Alzheimer’s”, yet they do...
Found out my wife's Neurologist doesn't want to see her again.
I called my wife's Neurologist (been seen by her for 4-5 years) to find out when her next appointment (it's been about 8-9 months) will...
Has anyone had their loved ones on antianxiety drugs?
My husband with MCI has anxiety. The neurologist prescribed him Xanax, but I am wondering if Zoloft would be better
Any experience with taking Kinsula?
My husband has been diagnosed (MRI, blood work etc.) with early alzheimers and his neurologist is recommending Kinsula. Does anyone have experience caring for someone...
I'm new here....but I'm also the probable patient,
Hello. As I said above, I am new to this site and unfortunately, I am the probable patient. I have a local diagnosis of early...
What is palliative care?
Our last visit with the neurologist was depressing. She said my wife is way past the bell curve in her progression, most patients with her...
Looking for other experiences with Aricept.
My wife is ending her 2nd month on Aricept (1 month on 5mm and 1 month on 10mm) and wants to stop it because of...
which MD speciality would be best for a dementia patient?
My spouse was diagnosed with MCI first, then she progressed to dementia a few years ago, otherwise she is physically very healthy. Yes, she did...
Anyone tried or on EXELON for DEMENTIA?
Hi, I have dementia from Alzheimer's. I'm 64 lady. Aricept gave me terrible nightmares. Now my neurologist has prescribed EXELON PATCH. Anyone who has been...
Denial is not just for Egyptians
Newbie here. I have so many questions my mind is swirling. My husband has MCI and refuses to get evaluated by a neurologist. He gets...
Tests indicate Alzheimer's: Any thoughts on Leqembi and Kisunla?
My wife tested positive for AD in a blood test about 6 weeks ago and was put on Donepezil. Now she had a PET scan...
Blaming and anger: How do you deal with it?
He spilled cereal and blamed me.He suggested I invite my son for Thanksgiving, even though he's been out of my life for ten years. The...
Moderate Alzheimer's, Frequent Resting and Napping
My husband was formally diagnosed with Alzheimer's in the summer of 2019. I noticed his inability to use the right words two years prior and...
Vascular surgeon appt: What questions should I ask?
My husband has an appointment with a Vascular Surgeon. We still are waiting for a Neurologist referral. For anyone out there who has a family...
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