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My step dad seems to have many of the symptoms of this disease, however, he has never been diagnosed with it...but from what I read it does sound like Parkinson's.
Parkinson's is a dx of exclusion...they check the pts for so many things along the way. Poor daddy, he had it for probably 10 years before he was properly dxed and it was no fun.
Meds help, a little, but it's a wicked, mean disease.
Dementia comes with Parkinson's, usually, tho not always. It seems to be individual to each patient. Good Luck.
I want to thank everyone that has responded to my question for all the support and advise given....no he has.... not.... been tested but just from what I read...this might be part of the problem...however, he also has a pacemaker, diabetic, one lung, copd, nuerothapy, has had strokes in the past, major back surgery, and is currently in remission from prosate cancer which he takes hormone shots every 3 months to keep it in check..and this has been mentioned to his primary doctor and nothing has ever been said about sending him to a nuerologist....which he needs to do. He also does not walk very often without the aid of cane, walker and scooter, has the gait the trembles, the drooling, the delusion thoughts, anxiety, the inability to hold anything...even getting all of bed...he does not have the mobility and it is as one side is paralzed......all and more of the symptoms noted on this website that are getting progressively worse.
. ...because my mom has her own set of issues, diabetic, nerve damage, falls, UTI's she is on medication for all of this and is in a hospital bed, on a cateher...it is just overhelming with everything between the two of them...trying to get my step dad to understand what help she needs and he needs...he is entitled to VA benefits and has never signed up for them...he is qualified...86...it's difficult...any suggestions and advice I will take..and thank you for the suggestion on recording his behavior...because I have noticed an increase in certain habits over the last few months which I had documented...and his condition is getting worse.
So, it could be a number of medical issues...but Parkinsons' along with dementia and old age is prevalent.
Once, again any thoughts are suggestions are welcome. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
CindyP22, another suggestion is to take Step-Dad to his primary doctor and have him checked for an Urinary Tract infection.... such an infection can mimic the same symptoms that you had mentioned. If there is a UTI, it can be cleared with antibiotics.
I'm sorry to hear what your step dad is going through. He should thoroughly be evaluated by a doctor and get a proper diagnosis. I wouldn't hesitate to get a second and third opinion if necessary. I would also review his meds and see if the side effects are causing his delusions. Good of you to notice these changes and start looking into it. I hope the right doctor can help your family.
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Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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Meds help, a little, but it's a wicked, mean disease.
Dementia comes with Parkinson's, usually, tho not always. It seems to be individual to each patient. Good Luck.
. ...because my mom has her own set of issues, diabetic, nerve damage, falls, UTI's she is on medication for all of this and is in a hospital bed, on a cateher...it is just overhelming with everything between the two of them...trying to get my step dad to understand what help she needs and he needs...he is entitled to VA benefits and has never signed up for them...he is qualified...86...it's difficult...any suggestions and advice I will take..and thank you for the suggestion on recording his behavior...because I have noticed an increase in certain habits over the last few months which I had documented...and his condition is getting worse.
So, it could be a number of medical issues...but Parkinsons' along with dementia and old age is prevalent.
Once, again any thoughts are suggestions are welcome. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
CindyP
I'm sorry to hear what your step dad is going through. He should thoroughly be evaluated by a doctor and get a proper diagnosis. I wouldn't hesitate to get a second and third opinion if necessary. I would also review his meds and see if the side effects are causing his delusions. Good of you to notice these changes and start looking into it. I hope the right doctor can help your family.