How should you go about getting a diagnosis for memory loss?
Diagnosing a memory problem is a complex task and involves specific psychological and neurologic testing. In the early stages of progressive neurological disease such as Alzheimer's, blood work is generally done to rule out underlying medical causes for the change in his memory and cognition. The results of the MRI may be different in another year. Meanwhile, you are quite right in assuming that his symptoms need to be diagnosed - SOMETHING is causing these changes that are so obvious to you and others. Contact your local chapter of the Alzheimer's Association to find the best diagnostic center near you and do have a complete neuro-exam scheduled for your hubby. The sooner a person is diagnosed, the sooner a treatment plan can begin for whatever is causing these changes. Please take care of you. Please take care of you.
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