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My wife exhibits signs of possible early onset dementia (confusion, agitation, unsteady balanve, slurred speech). how can we get an accurate diagnosis?
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Neurological Disorde: I understand your concern for your wife! unsteady balance and slurred speech generally are not due to early onset dementia . Alcohol use can cause unsteady balance and slurred speech . Please see a neurologist for the diagnosis and treatment of your wife's condition.
Answered 5/16/2016
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This sounds: Like she should be seen by a neurologist, ; i wouldn't wait too long.
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