Guest guest Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 If you or your loved one is experiencing memory loss for ANY reason, please consult your doctors ASAP. My father-in-law started developing dementia about five years ago. He sees the best gerontologist at UNC Medical Center who told us that there are tons of possible causes for memory loss. For some people, a simple medicine like a calcium channel blocker can make a big difference. We ordered his medical records last year and I was amazed at the number of tests they ran to rule out many of these causes. Unfortunately, he does have alzheimers. If someone taking Xolair has memory loss, should they tell their prescribing physician? Absolutely! Should they tell their GP or internist and ask to have other possibilities rules out? Absolutely. There are a number of things all of us need to be doing to keep our brains and memories healthy - brain teaser puzzles, regular exercise, appropriate nutrition, adequate physical work up by an informed physician, and healthy social interactions can make a world of difference in buying someone with early stage dementia just a little more time. Addy Group co-owner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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