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This may escalate to eating non-food items, including some that may be unhealthy, unsanitary, poisonous, or choking hazards. Talk with her neurologist right away about medication for this. And do toddler-proofing in your house -- prescriptions, cleaning supplies, even shampoo and soap locked up and out of reach. I'm sorry, it must be so frustrating. I suggest you start considering memory care for in case you can't get this under control.
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This is more advanced than early Alzheimer’s. She’s now into the moderate stage where you can expect anything and everything to happen. It’s time to find caregivers to help both of you. Start looking into it now, and don’t think you can handle everything all by yourself. Good luck with finding what you need.
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Your wife likely needs medication to help calm her compulsive behaviors. Please speak to her doctor about it. You may need to limit her access to food, toothpaste, and many other household items. I’m sorry you’re in this new place with her and wish you both peace
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You need to lock those up and fully supervise. Speak to her neurologist about her behavior.
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