We were to the Dr last week, and called Friday about his worsening behavior. The last few days his walking is asful( it was not good but now no balance) and his mood is terrible, conbative. He is still talking nonstop when he is awake, and his works are right but in worse nonsence theme than usual. He was up for almost 36 hours, then sleeping alot today. He is eating. He is complete DNR, and after 3 days I can't see calling 911, but I will be calling the Dr Monday morning. To see what he thinks we should do. If it is a stroke, will he be able to go to rehab.. or will they just refuse to take him due to the ALZ?
Don't let him sleep too long today or he'll be at it again tonight!!
It's amazing how they can stay up for so long and talk to whomever the entire time.
For his comfort and yours it would be worthwhile trying to determine if something treatable is going on. Discussing it with his doctor on Monday sounds like a good plan.
I've noticed with my mom when she goes through these bouts, her mood changes, her walking/shuffling is worse as well as the non stop talking... I contribute it to lack of sleep. When she sleeps at night, she's fine... once that "off" switch stays in "on" mode it is as you described above.
Hugs to you...