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How Can Short Term Memory Loss And Anxiety Be Treated?

My mother has short term memory loss w/ confusion and anxiety. Long term memory seems to be intact. Being treated for alzheimers/dementia with memantine and donepezil. Seemed to help at first, but not now. Would phosphatidyl choline be of some use to promote formation of acetylcholine?
Mon, 6 May 2019
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Hi,

Phosphatidylcholine is used by the body to make acetylcholine, but it is still under research for its use to treat brain centered conditions like memory loss, anxiety, depression, etc. Do not take any medication on your own rather consult your local treating doctor before taking a medication. In case of side effects get your doctor informed immediately.

Short term memory loss & anxiety can be controlled effectively by cutting on alcohol intake, smoking & drug abuse (tobacco, caffeine) if any. By staying away from stress & anxiety.

By treating an underactive or overactive thyroid disorder. By taking a protein-rich diet along with vitamin B1, B12, take adequate sleep.

Regular exercises, healthy diet, stress management, relaxation techniques along with cognitive behavior therapy & Psychotherapy are effective.

You are suggested to visit a Psychotherapist or a Counselor so that you can be prescribed appropriate medications (SSRI's, Anxiolytic, etc).

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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How Can Short Term Memory Loss And Anxiety Be Treated?

Hi, Phosphatidylcholine is used by the body to make acetylcholine, but it is still under research for its use to treat brain centered conditions like memory loss, anxiety, depression, etc. Do not take any medication on your own rather consult your local treating doctor before taking a medication. In case of side effects get your doctor informed immediately. Short term memory loss & anxiety can be controlled effectively by cutting on alcohol intake, smoking & drug abuse (tobacco, caffeine) if any. By staying away from stress & anxiety. By treating an underactive or overactive thyroid disorder. By taking a protein-rich diet along with vitamin B1, B12, take adequate sleep. Regular exercises, healthy diet, stress management, relaxation techniques along with cognitive behavior therapy & Psychotherapy are effective. You are suggested to visit a Psychotherapist or a Counselor so that you can be prescribed appropriate medications (SSRI s, Anxiolytic, etc). Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician