My Mom is forgetting what she has done and said ten minutes before she said/done something She starting to forget family members and stopping eating and repeats herself over and over as if she didn't say it 5 mins befor,she says she been on own all day when a family member just left,she forgets what day it is and what she has to do. I don't no what to do
My mother constantly fights to avoid doctor's appt's, I usually just let her carry on, but all the while reassure her gently that it's just a check up. After the appt's she always comments "that wasn't so bad". I hope this helps a little. All the best.
Get her in NOW! Don't wait for her to agree. Time passes, they get worse. My best to you!
Why do we have to go? Because the doctor said so!
If all else fails, there are visiting physician programs. And, as laurabutler28 said, the condition isn't necessarily dementia. Other diseases show the symptoms you describe.
So, there are options for your mother although not as many for you. Your distress at these changes is understandable. If it does turn out to be dementia, that's a shock at first and then a new upset with each turn for the worse -- a whole new reality in which to live.
Whatever the case, you've probably learned by now it's pointless to argue. You might want to embrace flexibility as your new approach to everything. Also speak little and smile a lot.
Good luck and blessings that all concerned soon are at peace.