lisaviolet
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- Jul 9, 2002
I didn't add this during Rebecca's earlier episode. But their research for the writing/dementia storyline is well done.
I took that exact standardized memory test, that Rebecca took.
I took it after I had loading doses/b12 injections and scored 30/30 on it. You can get 26/30 and still be in the normal range. I annoyed my doctor by showing no issues, after openly telling her that I was struggling cognitively. But I had a ton of issues before my b12 deficiency was found, memory - word-finding - editing - stumbling on words - blanking out in the middle of a thought. Some things return for me.
****So I yet again urge everyone here to help their loved ones and themselves and learn about pernicious anemia/b12 deficiency. I know I have already posted on this thread, but just another reminder. Some things are irreversible over time.****
I wept when I finished the test thinking how awful it must be taking it for many, when it is clear something isn't right. The intense vulnerability of that moment.
I took that exact standardized memory test, that Rebecca took.
I took it after I had loading doses/b12 injections and scored 30/30 on it. You can get 26/30 and still be in the normal range. I annoyed my doctor by showing no issues, after openly telling her that I was struggling cognitively. But I had a ton of issues before my b12 deficiency was found, memory - word-finding - editing - stumbling on words - blanking out in the middle of a thought. Some things return for me.
****So I yet again urge everyone here to help their loved ones and themselves and learn about pernicious anemia/b12 deficiency. I know I have already posted on this thread, but just another reminder. Some things are irreversible over time.****
I wept when I finished the test thinking how awful it must be taking it for many, when it is clear something isn't right. The intense vulnerability of that moment.