Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How Can Dementia And Alzheimer S Disease Be Diagnosed?

How & where can my husband be tested for dementia, Alzheimer’s, or any other underlying condition that might explain the following situations: extreme anger, acting out in public, physical confrontations with family, constant sexual arrousal, inappropriate behavior in front of our grandchildren and forgetfulness. Please note: he is diabetic, he has sleep apnea, & drinking (2 to 3 large cans of beer) which exacerbates all the above-mentioned problems. Am I over-reacting?
Wed, 3 Jan 2018
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist 's  Response
in my opinion he needs to go through a memory assessment ,

and blood profile,

vitamin b12 levels , thyroid functions


also it is important to go for imaging of the brain


it is important for him to stop alcohol

as alcohol can worsen memory by its effect on memory structures
I find this answer helpful

Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
How Can Dementia And Alzheimer S Disease Be Diagnosed?

in my opinion he needs to go through a memory assessment , and blood profile, vitamin b12 levels , thyroid functions also it is important to go for imaging of the brain it is important for him to stop alcohol as alcohol can worsen memory by its effect on memory structures