Alzheimer`s Disease/pain and alzheimer's

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Expert: - 11/19/2009


Question
My 85 year old mother has Alzheimer's and she complains about  hurting all over. Is this the disease or just age?

Answer
Hi Vicki,

No, it is not uncommon for an Alzheimer's individual to complain of pain.  This is a physical, deteroriation of the brain and yes, i believe in some cases, true experiences of pain.

I would strongly recommend consulting your mother's physician to see what pain medications can make her more comfortable.

Best Regards,
Michalene Peticca, M.A.

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Michalene Peticca

Expertise

I'd be happy to help with any questions about Alzheimer's or Dementia diseases. I can also help with Medicare, Long term care & other insurance questions.

Experience

I have my Masters degree in Geriatrics and am credentialed through the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Pennstate Milton Hershey hospital and the American Geriatrics Society. I've been in healthcare for over 20 years and worked directly with Alzheimer's and Dementia individuals for most of that time. I am also a licensed insurance agent in PA and MD. Currently i train healthcare professionals to care for Alzheimer and Dementia individuals and i have been a care manager for guardianship services in PA

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American Geriatrics Society

Education/Credentials
Masters degree in Geriatrics Licensed insurance agent in PA & MD.

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PHI Homes in Pennsylvania York, Dauphin & Adams County Area on Aging The Jewish Home of Harrisburg

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