What are common symptoms of memory loss?
A: Symptoms include forgetting recent events, repeating questions, difficulty following conversations or instructions, and confusion with time or place.
What causes memory loss?
A: Causes can vary from stress, lack of sleep, medications, to more serious conditions like Alzheimer's disease, other dementias, or brain injuries.
How is memory loss diagnosed?
A: Diagnosis involves a medical history review, cognitive tests, blood tests to rule out treatable causes, and sometimes brain imaging tests like MRI or CT scans.
What treatments are available for memory loss?
A: Treatment depends on the cause. It may include managing underlying conditions, cognitive therapy, medications for Alzheimer's or dementia, and lifestyle modifications like mental exercises and a healthy diet.
This information provides a basic understanding of memory loss, but individual experiences may vary. Schedule an appointment for personalized advice.