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she has not be officially diagnosed with alz or dementia, but she definitely shows signs of memory loss. she constantly burps very loud and she says its because she hungry, and cant remember when was the last time she ate. could burping be apart of alz or dementia. i really do not like the sound of it.

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Hello Celeste,

While i am not a physician, i would certainly have your mother in law checked for any gastrointestinal issues.   

Not necessarily related to Alzheimer's or Dementia, many older folks do have a strong shift in diet tolerance and perhaps you may need to change her diet to accomodate her body.

It's an easy appt. with the doctor, call today.

Best Regards,
Michalene Peticca, MA

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Michalene Peticca

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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.

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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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