Hello everyone,
I am 30 years old and my complications first arose in May of last year.
I have always been an active person and used to pride myself on the boundless energy and 'cognitive ability' I took for granted. I would swim 5-6 days a week, have run marathons, WAS a high performer at work, whilst also achieving good marks studying Postgraduate Law. These changes have caused significant disruption to my life.
I am still a happy soul and not suffering from depression in any form.
Some context to the changes that have occurred:
Initially my problem was I was no longer producing endorphins post exercise (this is still the case). Instead, I am left feeling confused, anxious and my cognitive function is quite noticeably hampered after exercise.
For the first 6 months, I would have to sleep after exercise and generally when I woke the next morning I would feel OK.
This has recently degenerated and now, even after I sleep, I wake up the next day with significantly slower ‘speed of thought’, anxiety and confusion. This has lasted for up to 5 days at times. I have trouble taking in new information, problem solving, holding a conversation at the level I was once capable and my memory is hampered.
My hearing and balance is also at times impaired after exercise.
To date, I have searched hard for an answer to my problems. I’ve had the following tests completed and cleared of any abnormalities:
- blood tests / vitamin deficiencies
- brain MRI scan
- adrenal fatigue saliva test
- adrenal CT scan
- abdomen and pelvis CT scan
- cardiology ECG & exercise stress test
Dementia, has not been raised as a potential option by any doctor - at any point.
I have two core questions:
- Is it even possible for an active 30 year old to experience Dementia (i.e. what are the stats here)?
- Is a potential symptom of Dementia that exercise could leave the subject feeling confused / anxious / agitated?
It has always been my understanding that exercise improves Dementia, however am interested to hear if these symptoms sound familiar to anyone or if they might have an alternative theory.
Thank you very much for your time and responses in advance.
Regards,
Phillip
I am 30 years old and my complications first arose in May of last year.
I have always been an active person and used to pride myself on the boundless energy and 'cognitive ability' I took for granted. I would swim 5-6 days a week, have run marathons, WAS a high performer at work, whilst also achieving good marks studying Postgraduate Law. These changes have caused significant disruption to my life.
I am still a happy soul and not suffering from depression in any form.
Some context to the changes that have occurred:
Initially my problem was I was no longer producing endorphins post exercise (this is still the case). Instead, I am left feeling confused, anxious and my cognitive function is quite noticeably hampered after exercise.
For the first 6 months, I would have to sleep after exercise and generally when I woke the next morning I would feel OK.
This has recently degenerated and now, even after I sleep, I wake up the next day with significantly slower ‘speed of thought’, anxiety and confusion. This has lasted for up to 5 days at times. I have trouble taking in new information, problem solving, holding a conversation at the level I was once capable and my memory is hampered.
My hearing and balance is also at times impaired after exercise.
To date, I have searched hard for an answer to my problems. I’ve had the following tests completed and cleared of any abnormalities:
- blood tests / vitamin deficiencies
- brain MRI scan
- adrenal fatigue saliva test
- adrenal CT scan
- abdomen and pelvis CT scan
- cardiology ECG & exercise stress test
Dementia, has not been raised as a potential option by any doctor - at any point.
I have two core questions:
- Is it even possible for an active 30 year old to experience Dementia (i.e. what are the stats here)?
- Is a potential symptom of Dementia that exercise could leave the subject feeling confused / anxious / agitated?
It has always been my understanding that exercise improves Dementia, however am interested to hear if these symptoms sound familiar to anyone or if they might have an alternative theory.
Thank you very much for your time and responses in advance.
Regards,
Phillip