Getting a diagnosis

[bsulli]

I have just had the results of a blood test and they came back negative for B12 deficiency. However, I am still having problems walking, solving problems, sometimes feeling 'spaced out' and lack of motivation. Are there any tests that can be done to diagnose early onset dementia?

 

[Izzy]

Welcome to the forum @bsulli.

I’m sorry to hear about your concerns. I’m presuming you’ve already been to your GP as you’ve had a test for B12 deficiency. I think you should ask to see your GP again and explain your concerns in details. The Alzheimer’s Society had a form which might help you note down your concerns. You could take that along and let the GP see it before your discussion -

https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/sites/default/files/2022-05/Symptoms_Checklist.pdf

There’s also this -

Talking to your GP about dementia

If you are worried that your or someone else's symptoms may be dementia, the first thing to do is to contact your GP surgery. This page has information to help you prepare and get the most out of your conversation.

www.alzheimers.org.uk

 

[Izzy]

This might also help you There’s an Expert Q&A session on Thursday from 3.30 to 4.30 and it’s on diagnosis -

Expert Q&A: Diagnosis - Thurs 19 May, 3:30-4:30pm

Hi everyone, Our next expert Q&A will be on the topic of diagnosis. It will be hosted by Simon Wheeler, our Health and Wellbeing Knowledge Officer. You might be worried about your own or someone else's memory, or in the process of getting assessed for yourself or a loved one. Do you have any...

forum.alzheimers.org.uk