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Expert Profile: Alanna Shaikh

Expertise:  I can answer questions about caring for someone with AD, and I can offer links to research and medical information about the disease.

Experience in the area
My father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's several years ago. My husband and I live with my parents and help my mother take care of Dad.

Publications
Eurasianet.org

Education/Credentials
I have a Masters Degree in Public Health.

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Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 330
Knowledge   9.80   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   10.0   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.90   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
(in Past 24 Hours)
0
Max Questions to be Asked
(in 24 Hour period)
5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
39
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
I almost anticipated the answer ahead of time..it is a difficult decision to make. I thank Alanna for her input!
(Cheryl Elyse on 10/30/08)
thank you
(Don on 10/16/08)
Thanks Alanna.., your answer was very helpful. Sincerely, Lee
(lee on 09/11/08)
thankyou for your time
(emma on 07/30/08)
Talking with someone that has knowledge is very useful. It is hard to get much time with doctors. thank you again.
(Cathi on 04/12/08)
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Recent Answers from Alanna Shaikh
2008-11-09  Testing Dear Jan, You're in a terribly difficult situation. My thoughts are with you. I think that your husband should follow up with the doctor to find out what was meant by better care from the family...
2008-11-03  End stage head droop Dear Sylvia, I am sorry. This question is way beyond my level of expertise, and I don't have anything useful to offer. You might want to consider joining the Washington University of St. Louis Alzheimer's...
2008-10-29  Dimentia/Mom Dear Cheryl, I am so sorry you are in this difficult situation. Your mother is lucky to have you looking out for her. This is a very stressful situation for you. When a loved one has dementia, we...
2008-10-22  Dementia Dear Tina, The symptoms of dementia and mental illness are very similar. Your description could easily describe either cause. Dementia can take on a lot of complicated forms; every case is different...
2008-10-14  dementia Dear Don, Dementia in a retirement community is really tough. These communities are focused on active, healthy seniors and actively discourage sick people from staying. It sounds to me like your...
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