Alzheimer's or Dementia: Memory Problems

Questions and Answers

1. Two months after my father-in-law's passing, my mother-in-law with dementia no longer recognizes my wife. What could have triggered this?

   - My mother-in-law, 88, with dementia, no longer remembers her daughter, my wife. My wife is the youngest of four children, three boys and her. Her mother claims she never had a daughter. She used to recognize her just two months ago. She still recognizes her sons...
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2. What could cause occasional electrolyte imbalances?

   - Causes of occasionaly electrolyte imbalances
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3. I don't think my 78-year-old mother has dementia, so why does she get sundown syndrome?

   - My 78-year-old mother is in pretty good health, except for high blood pressure, which she keeps under control with medication. During the day, she's very social with the people at her assisted living facility. But at night, she's like a different person...
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4. What's the best way to handle repetition in someone with dementia?

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5. Can a person with dementia "hide" it?

   - being honest about a parent's dementia with the family
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6. Can Alzheimer's Cause Swearing?

   - My parent with Alzheimer's swears often now, whereas she never used to swear. Is my parent's swearing and cursing related to Alzheimer's disease?
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7. Can a TIA have residual effects?

   - What are the residual effects of a TIA (or transient ischemic attack)? Can the residual effects of a TIA include permanent damage?
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8. Can someone with Alzheimer's forget something then remember it?

   - Can someone with Alzheimer's forget something, then remember it after some time?
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9. Can you get vascular dementia from stroke?

   - Read posted questions and answers concerning vascular dementia from stroke at Caring.com.
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10. How do I tell strangers about my parent's Alzheimer's disease?

    - What's a good way to let strangers we encounter -- in stores, walking on the sidewalk, and elsewhere -- know that my 74-year-old mom has dementia? Sometimes I feel the need to explain her behavior.
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