My mom is more confused lately. This morning I woke up to poop on her bathroom floor and poopy toilet paper in her waste basket. She is barely eating and sleeping more. I took her to the doctors and he said her vitals were good. He ordered blood work and urine test which she wasn’t able to give. I’ll bring in the sample this week. He did not suspect anything. He is so casual and smiley I never know what he really is thinking. My question is what do I do now? Just keep trying to get her to eat and prepare myself for bathroom accidents? Is this it? It is so sad. I know I’m just rambling , but this is my safe place to ramble. Thank you
Incontinence is a new stage of progression perhaps. For many folks, it is the signal that it's time for a care facility.
Ps, vitals don't tell you much. My mom's "vitals" were still good 45 minutes before she died.
Also, regarding the doctor, do you think he's a good doctor to care for your mother at this stage in her illness? If not, it might be time to change doctor.