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What Does An Episode Of Lightheadedness And Memory Lapse Suggest?
Question: I had lightheadiness, odd odors and memory lapse.. Passed quickly.
Brief Answer:
Get investigated as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
At this age you may be having dementia and cervical spondylosis.
Is there any behavioural abnormalities, urinary complains, gait disturbances, loss of consciousness, seizures?
You need to get examined by a neurologist.
You may require brain Mri.
Blood investigations like blood sugar, Thyroid profile, vitamin B 12, renal function test, liver function test lipid profile should be done.
For dizziness cervical spine imaging may be required. Physiotherapy will be helpful.
Provide any reports if available.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Get investigated as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
At this age you may be having dementia and cervical spondylosis.
Is there any behavioural abnormalities, urinary complains, gait disturbances, loss of consciousness, seizures?
You need to get examined by a neurologist.
You may require brain Mri.
Blood investigations like blood sugar, Thyroid profile, vitamin B 12, renal function test, liver function test lipid profile should be done.
For dizziness cervical spine imaging may be required. Physiotherapy will be helpful.
Provide any reports if available.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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