TBI, Moving & Alzheimers?

We are in the process of moving.  It’s no cake walk.  Not only do we have the normal stress of moving, but my still-hot-hubby has TBI and PTSD.  Add that to the moving picture and it’s almost enough to make one nuts.

Part of my husbands TBI includes cognitive impairment that effects his organization skills and short term memory.  The first night in our new house, he was overwhelmed with trying to find which part of the kitchen the dishes were in… or where the silverware drawer was.  After 2-3 minutes of him opening and shutting cupboards over and over, I decided to label the cupboards to make it a little easier on him.  It did make it easier on him, but I could also see on his face the confusion and hurt as he realized he was confused.

Not only is it hard to watch someone with TBI suffer from confusion – but it’s scary.  Rumor has it that those with TBI may develop Alzheimers disease.  It sort of turns my stomach thinking that my husband who is under 50 could have early signs of Alzheimer’s.

Here’s a question I’d like to know the answer to.  Does anyone know if Alzheimers disease medication can help with those suffering from TBI? Have any tests been done? I really don’t know.  My still-hot-hubby goes to the doctor this coming week, I’m going to ask his doctor. I will let you know if I find anything out.  Please share any information you have on TBI and Alzheimers in the comment section below. :)

About USAHilda

Hi, I'm Hilda... USA Hilda to be exact. My husband is a combat disabled veteran who was severely injured in Iraq. My husbands wounds are mostly "invisible."

"Inside My Mind" will talk about.. well, just that... thoughts inside my mind. I'll give you blunt, truthful, to the point information on what it's REALLY like living with someone who has TBI and PTSD.

*Please note: sometimes I say things that people may not agree with. I may be a little rough around the edges - but I speak from my heart to get others to think. Sometimes I even say things to grab the attention of others, awaiting patiently for you to respond to my posts... tell me what you think.

Comments

  1. Ken Kincaid says:

    I am a disabled Vietnam Veteran. I have been contact as many Organizations about getting a job or getting help. I am on VA disability. I have several appeals file with the VA. Is there anyone I cant contact for help? I have emailed 7 organizations for help.

    Thanks for anything
    Ken Kincaid

  2. Patti says:

    For those interested: today, I talked to someone who believes that Alzheimer medication can actually make TBI patients worse at a faster rate. I will keep asking around for you, Hilda.

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