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Penny Lane · 04-10-2019, 08:44 PM

I haven't been posting much because I haven't had time. Anyway, We took him to the specialist yesterday and my hubby definitely has Dementia. The past few days have been rough. He's delusional, losing things . He has lost his wallet. We know it's in the house because he hasn't been out . This happened last Sunday. My kids and I have scoured the house looking through every drawer, cupboard, pockets. He is aware that it's missing. The doctor won't prescribe any drugs yet until the Benedryl is out of his system. There could be serious side effects. So we go back in July. He had some more blood and urine tests and the doctor tested all of his reflexes and he is in excellent health physically. But it is very tiring mentally on me. It is so hard to see him going from a strong, vital intelligent man into this. Sucks big time! My son has moved in to help out and our daughter is here whenever she can be. Dave is asleep right now so I have a little time to myself. My son had to leave but will be back in an hour. So it's not good. Dave will only worsen so I'm sure a nursing home will be in our future.

MA · 04-10-2019, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Penny Lane

I haven't been posting much because I haven't had time. Anyway, We took him to the specialist yesterday and my hubby definitely has Dementia. The past few days have been rough. He's delusional, losing things . He has lost his wallet. We know it's in the house because he hasn't been out . This happened last Sunday. My kids and I have scoured the house looking through every drawer, cupboard, pockets. He is aware that it's missing. The doctor won't prescribe any drugs yet until the Benedryl is out of his system. There could be serious side effects. So we go back in July. He had some more blood and urine tests and the doctor tested all of his reflexes and he is in excellent health physically. But it is very tiring mentally on me. It is so hard to see him going from a strong, vital intelligent man into this. Sucks big time! My son has moved in to help out and our daughter is here whenever she can be. Dave is asleep right now so I have a little time to myself. My son had to leave but will be back in an hour. So it's not good. Dave will only worsen so I'm sure a nursing home will be in our future.

So sorry to hear about this Marlene.

Theda Bara · 04-10-2019, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Penny Lane

I haven't been posting much because I haven't had time. Anyway, We took him to the specialist yesterday and my hubby definitely has Dementia. The past few days have been rough. He's delusional, losing things . He has lost his wallet. We know it's in the house because he hasn't been out . This happened last Sunday. My kids and I have scoured the house looking through every drawer, cupboard, pockets. He is aware that it's missing. The doctor won't prescribe any drugs yet until the Benedryl is out of his system. There could be serious side effects. So we go back in July. He had some more blood and urine tests and the doctor tested all of his reflexes and he is in excellent health physically. But it is very tiring mentally on me. It is so hard to see him going from a strong, vital intelligent man into this. Sucks big time! My son has moved in to help out and our daughter is here whenever she can be. Dave is asleep right now so I have a little time to myself. My son had to leave but will be back in an hour. So it's not good. Dave will only worsen so I'm sure a nursing home will be in our future.

Marlene, I am so sorry that you are going through this; you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mr. Television · 04-10-2019, 09:35 PM

I'm very sorry Marlene.

Rawr · 04-10-2019, 09:48 PM

I am so sorry.

Wishing you and your family nothing but the best and sending tons of love, hugs and prayers.

Bonniegirl · 04-10-2019, 09:59 PM

Marlene, I'm so sorry!

Prayers to Dave , you and your children!! This is a very difficult thing to deal with. May God give you strength!

Torgo · 04-10-2019, 10:22 PM

Really sorry you and your family are having to go through this.

Babalu · 04-10-2019, 10:25 PM

Unfortunately there's nothing I can say except I'm sorry. What I wrote on the earlier thread was true. He is very lucky to have you.

Edison · 04-11-2019, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Babalu

He is very lucky to have you.

For sure.

OH Nuts! · 04-11-2019, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Edison

For sure.

Absolutely. Marlene my prayers are with you; I know this can’t be easy. Please take care and know many here are fond of you. God Bless.

sara · 04-13-2019, 02:36 AM

I'm so sorry

Praying for your family.

Family Ties Forever! · 04-16-2019, 04:19 AM

I'm sorry to hear that Marlene. I can only imagine how hard that is. I remember as a young teenager the first time my great-grandma didn't know who my mother and I were. It was so sad. Hang in there. I know that's easier said than done.

ponytail · 04-16-2019, 08:18 AM

I am so sorry to hear this. My prayers are with your family.

TJ · 04-16-2019, 01:35 PM

Marlene, I'm very sorry to hear about your husband's condition. Nobody should have to suffer with this terrible disease in their retirement years. It's especially difficult for the families because they have to deal with it physically and mentally. It's good you have your children to help you out. I hope they are one day able to find a cure or slow the effects down. Stay strong.

Family Ties Forever! · 04-28-2019, 10:40 PM

Edit: I'm sorry I meant for this post to go in the Update thread here

04-10-2019, 08:44 PM	#1
Penny Lane Butter Pie Forum Icon Join Date: Jul 03, 2001 Location: Beneath the blue suburban skies Posts: 51,264	Update on my husband's condition I haven't been posting much because I haven't had time. Anyway, We took him to the specialist yesterday and my hubby definitely has Dementia. The past few days have been rough. He's delusional, losing things . He has lost his wallet. We know it's in the house because he hasn't been out . This happened last Sunday. My kids and I have scoured the house looking through every drawer, cupboard, pockets. He is aware that it's missing. The doctor won't prescribe any drugs yet until the Benedryl is out of his system. There could be serious side effects. So we go back in July. He had some more blood and urine tests and the doctor tested all of his reflexes and he is in excellent health physically. But it is very tiring mentally on me. It is so hard to see him going from a strong, vital intelligent man into this. Sucks big time! My son has moved in to help out and our daughter is here whenever she can be. Dave is asleep right now so I have a little time to myself. My son had to leave but will be back in an hour. So it's not good. Dave will only worsen so I'm sure a nursing home will be in our future.
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04-10-2019, 09:35 PM	#4
Mr. Television 23 Years at Sitcoms Online Forum Icon Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Location: Somewhere you're Not Posts: 62,132	I'm very sorry Marlene.
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04-10-2019, 10:22 PM	#7
Torgo Omaha & Fritz Forum Star Join Date: Mar 06, 2004 Location: Oregon Posts: 19,038	Really sorry you and your family are having to go through this.
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04-10-2019, 10:25 PM	#8
Babalu Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 22, 2014 Posts: 4,779	Unfortunately there's nothing I can say except I'm sorry. What I wrote on the earlier thread was true. He is very lucky to have you.
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04-13-2019, 02:36 AM	#11
sara Member Senior Member Join Date: May 21, 2002 Location: grandville michigan Posts: 2,296	I'm so sorry Praying for your family.
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04-10-2019, 09:48 PM	#5
Rawr Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 05, 2015 Posts: 2,160	I am so sorry. Wishing you and your family nothing but the best and sending tons of love, hugs and prayers.

04-10-2019, 09:59 PM	#6
Bonniegirl AKA Hazel Horvath Forum Addict Join Date: Jul 10, 2014 Posts: 65,919	Marlene, I'm so sorry! Prayers to Dave , you and your children!! This is a very difficult thing to deal with. May God give you strength!

04-16-2019, 04:19 AM	#12
Family Ties Forever! Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 16, 2002 Location: Keaton residence Posts: 10,214	I'm sorry to hear that Marlene. I can only imagine how hard that is. I remember as a young teenager the first time my great-grandma didn't know who my mother and I were. It was so sad. Hang in there. I know that's easier said than done.
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04-16-2019, 08:18 AM	#13
ponytail Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 20, 2004 Location: In Happy, Healthy, Wealthyville Posts: 4,273	I am so sorry to hear this. My prayers are with your family.

04-16-2019, 01:35 PM	#14
TJ Site Owner Administrator Forum Star Join Date: Feb 03, 2000 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 10,713	Marlene, I'm very sorry to hear about your husband's condition. Nobody should have to suffer with this terrible disease in their retirement years. It's especially difficult for the families because they have to deal with it physically and mentally. It's good you have your children to help you out. I hope they are one day able to find a cure or slow the effects down. Stay strong.

04-28-2019, 10:40 PM	#15
Family Ties Forever! Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 16, 2002 Location: Keaton residence Posts: 10,214	Edit: I'm sorry I meant for this post to go in the Update thread here
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