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To: SatinDoll
As someone who was a caretaker for a family member with Alzheimers - if the surgery is not vital - then it isn't necessary.

The mental deterioration from the anesthesia would be worse than the surgery involved.
I would make sure though that their pallative care is outstanding and also available, with what is coming down the pike.

129 posted on 12/26/2010 4:53:30 PM PST by Maigrey (Life, for a liberal, is one never-ending game of Calvinball. - giotto)
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To: Maigrey

Thank you for your statement.

My sister worked as a nurses assistant/dialysis tech in a nursing home. Many of her patients had Alzheimers. She’s been a good source for information. The doctors caring for my dad are also very informative.

What you said is exactly what they’ve told me and what I’ve read on the subject. I feel certain that I’m on the right path.


131 posted on 12/26/2010 5:47:50 PM PST by SatinDoll (NO FOREIGN NATIONALS AS OUR PRESIDENT!)
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