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I have Alzheimer's. How long before I lose all memory?

A MyMSTeam Member asked a question 💭
Washington, NJ
August 23
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Members rallied around a community member recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's who asked how long before losing all memory, offering an... Read more

Members rallied around a community member recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's who asked how long before losing all memory, offering an outpouring of prayers, encouragement, and emotional support. One member shared information found through the Alzheimer's Association and Mayo Clinic about newer immunotherapy treatments like Lecanemab and Donanemab, which may slow memory decline in early stages. A recurring theme was love, hope, and the reminder that this member has already shown great strength fighting MS for years and would not be facing this new challenge alone.

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It sounds like there may be some understandable concern about memory changes. Since you have MS, it's worth knowing that memory difficulties are actually a very common MS symptom — affecting between 40% and 70% of people with the condition.

MS-related memory issues are quite different from what many people fear. They tend Show Full Answer

It sounds like there may be some understandable concern about memory changes. Since you have MS, it's worth knowing that memory difficulties are actually a very common MS symptom — affecting between 40% and 70% of people with the condition.

MS-related memory issues are quite different from what many people fear. They tend to involve:

- Short-term memory challenges
- Difficulty multitasking
- Trouble with planning or working under pressure
- Word-finding difficulties

The good news is these issues are usually not severe, and there are strategies that can help manage them day-to-day.

It's always a good idea to speak with your neurologist if memory changes are affecting daily life, as they can help identify what's driving the symptoms and adjust your care plan if needed.

August 23
A MyMSTeam Member
August 24
A MyMSTeam Member

I am so sorry that you have been stricken with the Alzheimer’s yoke. That’s gotta be a tough blow. But you have been hit by the MS body blow for how many years/decades and you are STILL fighting! Keep on fighting! We will be here fighting with you!

August 24
A MyMSTeam Member

Ohh @A MyMSTeam Member 🥹 , I am so sorry to hear this 🥹. Will be praying for you that God stop this from affecting you further 💕

August 24
A MyMSTeam Member

Prayers for you, Cheryl! One day at a time by the Grace of God!
✝️🙏

August 23

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