my grandmother is blind and is now losing memory?

Question

she is 77 years old and is permanently blind. she has been losing memory for the past coupld of months now. shes been asking some things that were answered a few times already during that same day. she cant remember some phone numbers and is overly confused sometimes. is this typical when u get older or should i be worried?

Answer 1

This is common in older people but is still not normal. There are many causes for confusion and forgetfulness (see the sources), and her doctor should try to figure out what is going on instead of assuming that it is Alzheimer's. It could be something treatable like a urinary tract infection; it could also be something like the effects of a stroke, where the doctor could then take actions to prevent another stroke. If the blindness is new, it could be related to that. If she is not in a position to discuss these things with her doctor, then it is time for a family member to tell the doctor what is going on. I hope you are able to get an answer, and I hope she gets better.

Answer 2

This is very typical, she is very lucky to have someone like you that cares. As things progress, and they will because this the cycle of life, it can become very hard on the caregiver. Both physical and emotional. If you think it will make you feel better, and knowledge always does, you might consider dropping by your local Hospice office and talk to a nurse about the likely scenarios as time goes on. They are very kind there and someone will surely give you the time. Good luck, but it will be what it will be.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Yes, unfortunately sometimes people get Alzhimer Disease when they get old. It means your Brain cells die .Till now there is a cure for it but stem cells research is promising.Maybe in 10 years time it can be treated.

Answer 5

You should be worried. Your grandmother is showing multiple signs of serious problems.

Best wishes and good luck.

Answer 6

maybe Alzheimer's my dads aunt had it, but i dont remember what she was like i was really young, sorry