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Memory Problem, Headache, Met With Accident. Recommendations?

Hello I was in a car accident almost 25 yrs ago and I have been having some major memory problems like losing keys throwing away my wallet and some other things like that and has been getting worse also been having headaches a lot lately witch is new (8 months or so) I did lose conchisnes and past out right after the accident I hope I have givin you enough I not I can give more
Thu, 3 Oct 2013
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Hi,
Thanks for writing in to us.

A history of trauma to the head 25 years ago can cause memory problems years later. I suppose you need to consult a neurologist or psychiatrist who will be able to do your clinical examination. You may also need to take cognitive evaluation tests to see if any particular brain areas are involved. This can be followed by an EEG and if felt necessary by CT scan brain.

Depending on the results, you may be prescribed medications for your headache and memory problems. You have not mentioned your age. That would have helped in giving you a better insight.

Hope this helps
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Memory Problem, Headache, Met With Accident. Recommendations?

Hi, Thanks for writing in to us. A history of trauma to the head 25 years ago can cause memory problems years later. I suppose you need to consult a neurologist or psychiatrist who will be able to do your clinical examination. You may also need to take cognitive evaluation tests to see if any particular brain areas are involved. This can be followed by an EEG and if felt necessary by CT scan brain. Depending on the results, you may be prescribed medications for your headache and memory problems. You have not mentioned your age. That would have helped in giving you a better insight. Hope this helps