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My brother is not eating. Why can't he tolerate any food?
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Cover99
Answered Apr 2022
Does anyone have any experience dealing with iron infusions; either themselves or a L.O.?
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ML4444
Replied May 2020
Can we be forced to return to the Hospital after an AMA? Can we be forced to admit our elder to inpatient care?
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Caregiving2020
Answered Nov 2020
Does anyone use home IV to hydrate their elder to bounce back if they have swallowing difficulties caused by becoming dehydrated?
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marydys
Answered Apr 2021
91 year old mother has been totally bed ridden for 3 months. 2 weeks ago she stopped eating. May have a few sips of ensure a day. What now?
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Isthisrealyreal
Answered Jun 2019
Guilt over wanting parent to die.
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peggy40
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My mom is on chemo & radiation. She won't eat & will only drink water and 1/2 Boost a day. What to expect next?
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igloo572
Answered Feb 2018
How long can an ill, weak 84 year old lady survive without eating?
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anonymous775364
Answered Feb 2018
My mom has mid-stage Alzheimer's. Recently she had several days of amazing clarity and memory after being sick with a cold. How can this be?
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sincny
Answered May 2018
Mom refusing fluids and meds. Any suggestions?
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TooFrazzled
Answered May 2018
I suppose there is no "normal" for last phase of an ALZ patient?
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BarbBrooklyn
Answered Apr 2018
Mom at end of life, how long can she go without water and food?
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Veronica91
Answered Mar 2018
Is my situation normal, or way out?
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JoAnnS
Answered Apr 2018
Mother has a host of medical issues but a few days ago has become very weak and lost her appetite. Medical team has no explanation. Any advice?
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Veronica91
Answered Apr 2018
Any idea how long for my poor Dad when just on morphine and IV saline?
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GardenArtist
Answered Apr 2018
My grandma has lost 11% body weight in 3 1/2 weeks, down from 114 to 102. Hospice said “keep an eye on her” That's all I get?
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Countrymouse
Answered Jun 2018
My father is dehydrated and refuses to drink the water the doctor recommended. I don't know what to do.
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Shelbyloren
Answered Jun 2018
What would be our liability if we let our MIL leave rehab against their recommendations?
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Katiekate
Answered Apr 2019
Does anyone else have a parent who has periodic rages which last for a few hours and then are completely forgotten?
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Enshope
Replied Mar 2019
My Mom is in a SNF. I feel so guilty about placing her there. Any advice?
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ruthie1460
Answered Jun 2019
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