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What Causes Extreme Brain Fog, Forgetfulness And Confusion In An Elderly Woman?

hi, i just spoke to my mother on the phone and she was having difficulty talking. she couldn t remember any words. and she said i m so confused and embarrassed i have to get off the phone. it was like extreme brain fog. this is new, she has never been like that before. she s diabetic.
Thu, 26 Sep 2019
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Hi,

It can be a transient ischemic attack and she needs a MRI and a neurological evaluation for the same.

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

Regards,
Dr. Harshita, Ophthalmologist
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What Causes Extreme Brain Fog, Forgetfulness And Confusion In An Elderly Woman?

Hi, It can be a transient ischemic attack and she needs a MRI and a neurological evaluation for the same. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harshita, Ophthalmologist