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Are Racing Thoughts Related To Dementia?

I feel my mind is always thinking jumping from one thing to another I can t remember people s names like I should , i worry am I getting dementia or worse to the point I had a scan Dr said it was more age related but my mind always busy I sleep ok most time but when awake starts mind going to everything what could be the cause and can I take natural herbs or med to correct
Wed, 17 Jul 2019
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Hello,

Uncontrollable thoughts that race in the mind are commonly due to developing Bipolar disorder, ADHD or Caffeine intoxication. Avoid caffeine intake & cut on addictions if any.

I suggest you get physically examined by a GP TO RULE OUT ADHD, Obsessive-compulsive disorders, dementia, etc). On the borderline of old age developing bipolar disorder (mood swings) can trigger dementia(cognitive symptoms, agitation, psychotic behavior).

Get CT & MRI done. Your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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Are Racing Thoughts Related To Dementia?

Hello, Uncontrollable thoughts that race in the mind are commonly due to developing Bipolar disorder, ADHD or Caffeine intoxication. Avoid caffeine intake & cut on addictions if any. I suggest you get physically examined by a GP TO RULE OUT ADHD, Obsessive-compulsive disorders, dementia, etc). On the borderline of old age developing bipolar disorder (mood swings) can trigger dementia(cognitive symptoms, agitation, psychotic behavior). Get CT & MRI done. Your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician