Hello, I am sorry to hear about your mum and hope things get better soon.
My mum had Alzheimer's for eight years up until ages 65. In my mothers last year she was diagnosed epileptic.
Mum suffered with myclonic jerks as well as full blown seizures. The jerks could be very small to some where she would look to say what was that?!
You could see it in the morning and was told because blood pressure could be low upon waltzing. Make sure your mum is kept well hydrated as it helps also. Although I know how difficult it can be to ensure they are drinking enough and helping them along.
Also, jerks can sometimes indicate there could also be an underlying infection. When my mum had infections the jerks were noticeably more too.
The jerking is probably more notably put down to the deterioration of a person with dementia. It is not uncommon and it can be treated with medication. Although it can take some time to ensure the body is at a therapeutic level with correct medication.
The doctor should defo be aware and know this can happen. You should really get referred to your neurologist and been seen to.
My mum used to have jerking and it was a tell tale sign it was going to go into a seizure. I had never experienced anything like that in my life and I witnessed the first one whilst taking mum to the toilet one day. Every other one after that never got any easier.
I would defo recommend being seen again by neurology.
I wish you all the best and it is always good to talk and seek advice. We go through this without being taught or prepared and sometimes a little bit advice from people who can relate can really help. It did for me at times.
Take care xx
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