My mums 92 and has had Az for about 3 years. She first fell a few months ago. Fortunately didn't hurt herself too badly and we just put it down to an accident. But, since then, I've noticed several big bruises on her hips, arms etc and she recently was in agony with her shoulder and side. She said she'd fallen but we didn't know when. I took her for xray but nothing broken, but I do fear its only a matter of time before something serious happens. She also had a big lump right at the back of her head. She's lost quite a bit of weight now where she doesn't eat much and frankly has no 'padding' if she falls. The Gp has been informed, and has checked her over but offers no explanation as to why this is happening. I wondered if anyone knew how common this was or what may be causing it. Shes on Aricept and also citralopram for depression. Mum just says she got up too fast each time and won't accept that this is now a real problem. Any advice would be welcomed my dear TP friends! xx