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What Causes Memory Loss In A Recovering Alcoholic, Who Had 2 Mini Strokes?

How can I find the cause of my memory loss. I am a recovering alcoholic., and have many times of falling and hitting my head plus a severe concussion at 27 years. I am 76 now. Also had 2 mini strokes. Plus depression all my life since age three. I have short term memory loss. Please help me.
Thu, 20 Apr 2017
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I can understand that this might be distressing for you. All the things you mention, alcohol abuse, stroke, depression and head injuries can cause cognitive impairment like in your case memory loss. Firstly it is important to be compliant to treatment ( if you are on anti-hypertensives etc) to prevent further strokes which may worsen your symptoms. Keep an eye on your memory symptoms and if it gets worse, or longer term don't hesitate to visit your psychiatrist for an evaluation.
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What Causes Memory Loss In A Recovering Alcoholic, Who Had 2 Mini Strokes?

I can understand that this might be distressing for you. All the things you mention, alcohol abuse, stroke, depression and head injuries can cause cognitive impairment like in your case memory loss. Firstly it is important to be compliant to treatment ( if you are on anti-hypertensives etc) to prevent further strokes which may worsen your symptoms. Keep an eye on your memory symptoms and if it gets worse, or longer term don t hesitate to visit your psychiatrist for an evaluation.