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What Causes Memory Loss?

well hello doctor

i'm a 56 yo male w what i believe to be the onset of cognitive degeneration
i leave and forget things (important things) i momentarily make bad decisions
i used to be really smart - no i feel as stupid as everyone else !

any meds 4 that - or diagnosis ?
Thu, 13 Feb 2014
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

I understand that you are distressed by you memory problems. There can be a variety of causes for memory problems like dementia, other amnestic syndromes, depression, etc. and so, it is important that you have a proper assessment to determine the correct cause.

I would suggest that you consult a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation, which would include formal memory tests. Further management would depend on the diagnosis.

Wish you all the best.

Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
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What Causes Memory Loss?

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. I understand that you are distressed by you memory problems. There can be a variety of causes for memory problems like dementia, other amnestic syndromes, depression, etc. and so, it is important that you have a proper assessment to determine the correct cause. I would suggest that you consult a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation, which would include formal memory tests. Further management would depend on the diagnosis. Wish you all the best. Regards, Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar Consultant Psychiatrist