Mam has alzheimeimers

[jolo1803]

Hi my mam has moved in with me, shes 82 and was diagnosed last year. Shes been having few headaches this week but today had a shooting pain in her eye that moved into head and neck, it then wore off and she’s left with a thick head. Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[Kevinl]

Assuming you're in the UK phone 111 right now, please. It could be nothing but make the call just in case. K

 

[Kevinl]

Have you done it yet? K

 

[jolo1803]

Hi rang docs but couldn’t get in so just on to them now, thankyou Kevin

 

[Kevinl]

Then call 111, non emergency medical helpline, it's probably nothing but check.
Piece of advice as a one-time NHS nurse, don't wait for the GP. K

 

[SeaSwallow]

I would agree with Kevin, if you have not already done so please contact 111 or if you are really worried 999

 

[jolo1803]

Then call 111, non emergency medical helpline, it's probably nothing but check.
Piece of advice as a one-time NHS nurse, don't wait for the GP. K

Hi I rang 111, which I feel was a waste of time. They were more bothered about which pain was the worst, the stabbing pain or headache? I said it’s all connected, she doesn’t feel well and said her head feels to heavy for her body. They said someone will ring back within 24 hours 🤷🏼‍♀️

 

[SeaSwallow]

Hi I rang 111, which I feel was a waste of time. They were more bothered about which pain was the worst, the stabbing pain or headache? I said it’s all connected, she doesn’t feel well and said her head feels to heavy for her body. They said someone will ring back within 24 hours 🤷🏼‍♀️

@jolo1803 That is an awful response from 111, if you are at all concerned please call 999

 

[jolo1803]

I would agree with Kevin, if you have not already done so please contact 111 or if you are really worried 999

Hi I’ve spoken to 111, have an appointment now, thanks very much

 

[SeaSwallow]

Hi I’ve spoken to 111, have an appointment now, thanks very much

That’s good to hear.

 

[Kevinl]

Well done you nice to think we helped . K