My mother is 76 she has had a triple by pass 10 years ago - she constantly tells you the same story over and over again - she lives alone and i can t decide if this is loaneyness and just feels the need to talk or if she has a dymatia problem - can you advise how to proceed with her . She is very private - and not an easy person to engage with - always has been - i was going to speak to her doctor - but fear if she found out i ant behind her back what would happen - she would not be adverse to not speaking to you for a year if she thought you we disloyal - Thank you for your advice .
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query your mother has dementia. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, nutritional deficiencies or vitamins B-6 and B-12 in your diet. I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination. Doctor may order cognitive and euro, psychological tests, neurological evaluation, CT or MRI, blood tests to confirm the diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe donepezil, meantime or recommend occupational therapy. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,