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Dear Mary,
Short question. I am a South African and have lived in Ireland for nine years. I moved my Mom from South Africa to live with me two years ago when my Step-Father died. My Mom has been diagnosed with AD. She is in mid Ad plus. Still trying to get her to a gerontologist.
I am concerned about her feet. Both feet are becoming blue, light blue and the small veins on her ankles and feet are becoming very broken and blue. I have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow, but was wondering if you had any anwers?
My Mom is 78 years old.
Sorry for the rush.
Kind regards,
Jenni Reynolds
Hi Jenni, whatever is going on with her circulation isn't related to the Alzheimer's disease. It does sound like she has insufficient circulation which might be related to her heart.
Be sure to discuss this with her doctor - but keep in mind, Alzheimer's on its own is considered a fatal illness and many other health issues may be difficult to manage. You may decide that aggressive medical treatment for various problems is not advisable because what is involved is frightening, painful or confusing. The goal is to make her as comfortable, happy and peaceful as possible, to give her the best possible quality of life.
Hope this helps. She is very lucky to have you looking out for her.
Mary G.
Toronto
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Mary Gordon
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Several years direct experience as caregiver for family member who died of end stage AD. Did lots of research and dealt with a lot of health care professionals and caregivers over the 7 years from diagnosis to the end. Used various care options from community based resources to increasing levels of institutional. Mother of three, two born during our loved one's decline, so I know what it is to be the ham in the sandwich, taking care of the older generation and the younger at the same time and trying to balance everyone`s needs. Ask me, I`ve probably been there, done that. We made lost of mistakes and learned everything the hard way - but you don`t have to! If I can`t answer your question, I`ll steer you to a place or person who can.
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Currently a program manager for a large utility company. My Alzheimers experience comes from having the illness in our family. Out of necessity, we did a lot of research in order to understand the disease, plan for what might come next, and make the right decisions to help and support our loved one. Please note, I am a Canadian living in Toronto, and therefore am not the best person to ask about US regulations and insurance rules!
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