My moms bladder keep coming out. She has moderate dementia, and UTI's are coming on more frequent. This started 3 years ago, and we didn't do anything because I thought surgery would fry more brain cells. But my mom is a tough little(108)lbs bird. I don't know if it's worth it to put her through this.
don't put off that surgery any longer. the UTI's can kill her faster than the surgery.
And a second opinion, exploring non-surgical oprions such as a pessary.She will need medication if a spinal block is used.
Allow the doctors to come up with creative ways and alternative treatments.
A surgeon will perform surgery. Try a gynecologist.
Just know that the Dementia and anesthesia do not go well together and she may never "come back" to the point she is now. There will be a decline and that is to be expected. How much of one and for how long is the question.
I made the decision with/for my Husband not to have dental work done. Not just due to the anesthesia but dealing with the open wounds in the mouth later would have been a problem.
So this is sort of your call.
How will she recover?
How will she do with recovery?
How will she do with any pain?
Will she be compliant with any after instructions?Is she living with you?...If so how will you do with all this?
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