Found wandering today

mikeb2

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Today got sent home from work has I was found to be wandering about- I was completely unaware I was doing this, this now happened a few times now , memory also is really poor and confusion of what i should be doing is another trouble , and also i found today I could not use a pen to write a report my hand did not want to responed , Worry this could be a sign of early dementia,
 

DreamsAreReal

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Today got sent home from work has I was found to be wandering about- I was completely unaware I was doing this, this now happened a few times now , memory also is really poor and confusion of what i should be doing is another trouble , and also i found today I could not use a pen to write a report my hand did not want to responed , Worry this could be a sign of early dementia,
Please see your GP. I don’t know how old you are, but there are other things that can cause symptoms like these. Even infections can cause this kind of confusion. Don’t just suffer in silence. Best wishes to you xx
 

RosettaT

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Hi mikeb2 welcome to DTP.

I'm sorry to hear you are worried, tho' it is understandable. Please don't jump to conclusions, there are a number of things that can mimic dementia symptoms, vitamin deficiency, thyroid problems, side affect of meds, even stress are just a few. Please do get an appointment with your Doctor and ask for a check up and blood tests.
 

mikeb2

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Been told to stay off work until got answers and diagnosed they are worrried about my safety and other peopkes reactions.
is this common for sufferss still at work.
sorry about grammer if any cannot
 

canary

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Your symptoms do not sound typical of dementia, but whatever it is it needs investigating. Please go and see your GP.
 

Sarasa

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I hope you get an appointment soon @mikeb2 as those symptoms do need investigating There are many things it 'could' be, but until you see your GP and get things moving you won't know. I your company's HR department any help, as they might be able to sort things out regarding appointments etc.
 

mikeb2

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My husband Mikeb HAS been told by gp he got MCI -now going for test- he very worried now - very nervous
 

DreamsAreReal

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My husband Mikeb HAS been told by gp he got MCI -now going for test- he very worried now - very nervous
I’m so glad he made the appointment and you’ll at least find out what you’re dealing with. Keep posting and reading here, if it helps. Best wishes and good luck to you both.
 

mikeb2

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Got to have blood test= is this similar to taking a full blood test and what do they look for
 

mikeb2

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Having blood test tomorrow and waiting for memory clinic now - what is the average time to wait for appointment for memory clinic ,
I now know how others think- told wife I ok, and dont want to attend -though wife is adamant i got to go
 

Shedrech

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hi @mikeb2
at the moment I think there may be a bit of a wait for a memory clinic appointment, so enjoy the summer, hopefully we'll get some more sunshine ... it's good that the blood test is being done

I appreciate it's a worry and a 'nuisance' in some ways ... I'm glad you are going to attend as it will help put your wife's mind at rest, which is always worth doing; she wants what is best for you both
 

mikeb2

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When at GPs failed test miserably = at moment feel like I'm worrying about the smallest thing- even trying to do the online test so I can remember the questions for memory test I doing this repeatedly - Wonder am I only one who's doing this, ,
 

mikeb2

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Finding it really difficult to go into shops now ,just want to run , overwhelmed with everything going around me, is this another symptom,
 

HardToLetGo

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Finding it really difficult to go into shops now ,just want to run , overwhelmed with everything going around me, is this another symptom,
H I don't know how early symptoms feel but wanted to send you support while you await a firm diagnosis and I hope you can access some helpful treatment whatever the cause is found to be, thinking of you both ?
 

mikeb2

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Wondering how long is the wait for my husband to attend a memory clinic, he getting worse but keep blaming his recent TIA and telling people he is ok and it will pass
 

Jessbow

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I hope your GP is investigating other possible diagnosis- really doesnt seem typicl to me, and not typical symptoms- never heard of someone wanting to run but....... who knows.

Sending love whilst your investigations continue.