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farview Thu 15-Dec-22 09:43:12

..in sods law...my H has an appointment at the memory clinic tomorrow, weve waited quite a few months for it...on Tues he was shivering and coughing...yesterday was really poorly, today hes seeing the doctor..suspected pneumonia....I've been so desperate for a diagnosis for him....

nanna8 Sat 17-Dec-22 08:24:42

Sorry to hear your news Farview. I have only just found this thread,too. Hope you are able to get plenty of help and support and maybe something that will slow the progress of this horrible disease.

dragonfly46 Sat 17-Dec-22 08:24:29

I am so sorry to hear this Farview I hope you get support. Sending you virtual hugs.

Katyj Sat 17-Dec-22 08:14:32

So sorry to hear your news Farview. I hope this opens some doors for you in a positive way, and you can have many more happy years together.

Iam64 Sat 17-Dec-22 08:06:31

Farview, I’ve on,y just seen this thread. I’m so sorry to read of your husband’s diagnosis. I’ll pm x

farview Sat 17-Dec-22 07:57:50

Thank you all for your lovely,caring posts....reality kicking in this morning...

Ali23 Fri 16-Dec-22 22:26:00

Thinking of you and your DH Farview. I have two brothers in law with Alzheimers. They’ve both benefitted from medication and i so hope that your DH will too.
💐

JenniferEccles Fri 16-Dec-22 16:14:24

So sorry you’ve had your fears confirmed farview.
It must have been a shock nevertheless and I’m sure your mind is whirring with all the implications.
I do hope the nurse will be able to offer practical help and support when you see her next week.

Blossoming Fri 16-Dec-22 15:17:31

So very sorry Farview, what’s shock. I hope the nurse can provide practical advice and help

Oldbat1 Fri 16-Dec-22 15:12:15

I’m so sorry. M-in-L had Alzheimer’s and was lucky to be giving medication which slowed down its progression. The Alzheimer’s Society have a really good site when you feel ready to read more info.

Wyllow3 Fri 16-Dec-22 15:00:01

Very best wishes, farview for this very difficult road you are treading.

LauraNorderr Fri 16-Dec-22 14:56:17

Farview, big hug.

Marydoll Fri 16-Dec-22 14:54:22

I'm so sorry, farview. What a terrible shock.

Jaxjacky Fri 16-Dec-22 14:46:47

I can understand the shock, there is help, take it and take care of you x

Ginny42 Fri 16-Dec-22 14:24:37

Farview Apologies for getting your name wrong. blush flowers

Ginny42 Fri 16-Dec-22 14:20:44

Very sorry to hear this fairview. Although you knew there was a problem, you must be in shock right now. Lean on family and friends and GNs of course. flowers

Yammy Fri 16-Dec-22 14:17:40

Best wishes fairview to you and your H. I hope you get all the support you will both need.flowers

FarNorth Fri 16-Dec-22 14:16:29

Oh farview I'm so sorry that's happening for you both.
Get all the help you can.

Grannybags Fri 16-Dec-22 14:12:15

Sorry you have had your fears confirmed fairview I hope you get all the help and support you need flowers

farview Fri 16-Dec-22 14:06:04

Thank you ..all of you...H has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's....obviously I knew there was a problem...but it is a shock even so....Nurse coming next week with information etc and to sort lasting power of attorney out.
A lot to take in..
💐💐for you all x

HousePlantQueen Fri 16-Dec-22 12:45:17

You are in my thoughts too, Farview, and don't forget there is always a GN around to offload or chat, or have a good moan. Many of us have been on the journey you are on.

Kalu Fri 16-Dec-22 11:09:00

You are in my thoughts today farview. 💐

Blossoming Fri 16-Dec-22 10:59:50

Thinking of you today Farview flowers

JenniferEccles Fri 16-Dec-22 10:35:19

I’ve only just seen your thread farview
So sorry to hear about how your husband’s memory has deteriorated.
I hope you get the advice and support you need today.
Easy to say I know but keep strong.

DanniRae Fri 16-Dec-22 09:13:40

Thinking of you and your husband farview and hoping it all goes well x

crazyH Fri 16-Dec-22 08:49:05

Be strong farview x