Hello, it's very late and I can't sleep! I lost my dear mum to Alzheimer's in 2017, it was extremely difficult to watch someone you love and care for slowly decline. Alzheimer's can be so cruel!
In October 2023 I was diagnosed with MCI after considerable cognitive tests, MRI brain scan and blood tests. The staff at the Memory Team were amazing with me, and I felt very much looked after by all the team! From what I understand about MCI is that it can remain at the stage it is, especially if I eat well, sleep well, socialise regularly, exercise and keep my brain active, I'm doing all of the above-mentioned, however because of my history regarding my mum, I can't help thinking that I will progress to Alzheimer's which scares me! I really do try to stay positive though!
In October 2023 I was diagnosed with MCI after considerable cognitive tests, MRI brain scan and blood tests. The staff at the Memory Team were amazing with me, and I felt very much looked after by all the team! From what I understand about MCI is that it can remain at the stage it is, especially if I eat well, sleep well, socialise regularly, exercise and keep my brain active, I'm doing all of the above-mentioned, however because of my history regarding my mum, I can't help thinking that I will progress to Alzheimer's which scares me! I really do try to stay positive though!