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My dad is 87 years old he keeps halucina

2017-08-20 06:31:46
My dad is 87 years old he keeps halucinating and shouting at others 5 years ago he had fallen and broken his hip which was rectified with operation. he is taking tablets for BP and Diabatees
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He may be suffering from dementia.. please elaborate symptoms.. how is his memory....does he have difficulty planning activities...does he forget names of common relative, does he misplace his things..how is his sleep...is he suspicious of family members....

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He will to see a psychiatrist for an assessment and treatment.

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