Dad seems to have some bouts of forgetfulness and he will often stare off into space. I was doing his exercises and he just started staring at the ceiling and went off into his own world. I literally had to snap my fingers for at least 30 seconds and he snapped out of it. It's starting to become more frequent.
Is this something that others here with ALS have experienced?
MY dad is only 58 has was diagnosed in April of 09. He is fast progressing. He is already in a power wheelchair and hospital bed, no longer can talk and has a peg tube since July of this year. He won't use the bipap and refuses perm vent. His breathing is getting really bad which is not surprising.
He is also going through some severe extremes emotionally. One week he talks about how the end is very near and then he will go to the extreme opposite talking about how he believes in miracles and he may be able to walk and talk again someday.
He is on an antidepressant. Perhaps that needs to be increased?
Any input is very much appreciated.
Amy
Is this something that others here with ALS have experienced?
MY dad is only 58 has was diagnosed in April of 09. He is fast progressing. He is already in a power wheelchair and hospital bed, no longer can talk and has a peg tube since July of this year. He won't use the bipap and refuses perm vent. His breathing is getting really bad which is not surprising.
He is also going through some severe extremes emotionally. One week he talks about how the end is very near and then he will go to the extreme opposite talking about how he believes in miracles and he may be able to walk and talk again someday.
He is on an antidepressant. Perhaps that needs to be increased?
Any input is very much appreciated.
Amy