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To everyone in Pisco's dementia thread
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:20 pm
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:20 pm
Did your loved ones, who suffered through dementia, have any hearing loss through their life? The reason I ask is because I've been reading articles stating hearing loss and tinnitus increase the chances of Alzheimer's or dementia later in life
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Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:23 pm to 4x4tiger
Well, I'm 56 and have significant tinnitus (almost certain it's from covid booster, my ENT told me multiple patients complained about it a few weeks after getting booster). It's loud AF. I also feel like my hearing is slipping a bit, maybe because of the tinnitus?
This sounds like fun!
This sounds like fun!
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:29 pm to The Mick
I have tinnitus and hearing loss. But it's been that way since about 30 yrs old. I'm 53 now
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:31 pm to 4x4tiger
The commonality might be traumatic brain injury ? Not a doctor here, just a retired soldier with both TBI impacts and severe tinnitus- easy to make the leap to further brain issues down the road….
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:31 pm to 4x4tiger
Hopefully not or there will be a lot of former service members with Alzheimer’s. Myself included.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:34 pm to 4x4tiger
Yes. My dad has hearing loss issues from basic training back in the 50’s and dementia is currently wrecking him pretty hard.
He also took OTC sleeping pills every night for decades and eats super unhealthy.
He also took OTC sleeping pills every night for decades and eats super unhealthy.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:35 pm to 4x4tiger
Both my mom and sister had amazing hearing.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:35 pm to 4x4tiger
My Mom has severe dementia but I constantly laugh at how keen her hearing is
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:37 pm to 4x4tiger
There was a thread a while back about a study that may link nose picking to dementia.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:38 pm to 4x4tiger
My dad is a musician and has had hearing loss for many years. In the last 2-3 years (he's 84) his memory has begun to fade and he's clearly headed towards dementia I think. It scares the shite out of him. He's frustrated and it's tearing me up to see it. I swear, it would almost be better to have cancer or a heart attack. He's physically healthy, but the man I know and love is slowly turning into a stranger. 
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:39 pm to LegendInMyMind
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There was a thread a while back about a study that may link nose picking to dementia
Oh shite, I'm doomed.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:42 pm to LegendInMyMind
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There was a thread a while back about a study that may link nose picking to dementia.
Damn. Everyone is doomed
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:44 pm to 4x4tiger
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Damn. Everyone is doomed
Indeed.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:45 pm to jpbTiger
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The commonality might be traumatic brain injury ? Not a doctor here, just a retired soldier with both TBI impacts and severe tinnitus- easy to make the leap to further brain issues down the road….
Could also be due to poor sleep and less language stimulation, added up over time.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:45 pm to 4x4tiger
My mom is a little hard of hearing and has dementia. My dad is nearly deaf even with hearing aids and is still mentally sharp at 88. He also has Type Ii diabetes which is another risk factor. And hypertension too. He did everything wrong but he can mentally run circles around most 30 year olds.
I've also read that people with cataracts have a higher risk of dementia. Something about decreased visual stimulation of the brain.
I've also read that people with cataracts have a higher risk of dementia. Something about decreased visual stimulation of the brain.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:50 pm to 4x4tiger
I guess this is a good time for an update.
My mom has her hearing, but she has front lobe dementia. Three different specialists told us she does not have Alzheimer’s. She responds well to me in terms of taking her meds and getting out of bed. However, i have to work so stepdad stays with her and he’s losing his mind (stressed over her).
It’s gotten to the point that my sister (no pics) and I agree she might be better off in a nursing home. She is going to the neurologist Friday to get some new form of treatment. Plus we are on the waitlist for an in home nurse to come bathe her and do light house cleaning.
Needless to say, my sister and I are stressed out because it looks like she’s slowly dying. She hasn’t ate much either. Stepdad really needs grief counseling to.
My grandmother went through this years ago but she was 88 and in the nursing home for three years. All you really do is pray and put your faith and trust in the Lord. I’m doing all I can and if Jesus calls her home, my conscience is clear. She’s lived a good life and has been one of God’s trusted servants. Hopefully she can stick around for a while longer, but we know that’s not my decision.
My mom has her hearing, but she has front lobe dementia. Three different specialists told us she does not have Alzheimer’s. She responds well to me in terms of taking her meds and getting out of bed. However, i have to work so stepdad stays with her and he’s losing his mind (stressed over her).
It’s gotten to the point that my sister (no pics) and I agree she might be better off in a nursing home. She is going to the neurologist Friday to get some new form of treatment. Plus we are on the waitlist for an in home nurse to come bathe her and do light house cleaning.
Needless to say, my sister and I are stressed out because it looks like she’s slowly dying. She hasn’t ate much either. Stepdad really needs grief counseling to.
My grandmother went through this years ago but she was 88 and in the nursing home for three years. All you really do is pray and put your faith and trust in the Lord. I’m doing all I can and if Jesus calls her home, my conscience is clear. She’s lived a good life and has been one of God’s trusted servants. Hopefully she can stick around for a while longer, but we know that’s not my decision.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:53 pm to Pisco
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really do is pray and put your faith and trust in the Lord. I’m doing all I can and if Jesus calls her home, my conscience is clear
Same here but it still hurts worse than anything I've ever experienced.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:54 pm to Pisco
Thanks for the update. Prayers to you and your family.
Posted on 4/30/24 at 3:57 pm to Bestbank Tiger
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Could also be due to poor sleep and less language stimulation, added up over time.
Yes. Since you've mentioned that, I'm guessing the brain is working extra hard and stressed from diminished senses
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