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What Is The Reason For Sudden Memory Loss In A 67 Year Old?

My mom is 67 and suddenly she has a memory loss of today events she start calling me and every other close relatives and asking same questions again and again. What could cause that? Treatment? Recovery Time? She is not a smoker or drinker. Yesterday all was ok
Mon, 17 Feb 2014
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Thanks for query.Memory loss that begins suddenly or that significantly interferes with your ability to function in daily life may mean a more serious problem is present.usually dementia that occurs as part of aging is slow in onset.consult a neurophysician for evaluation.regards
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What Is The Reason For Sudden Memory Loss In A 67 Year Old?

Thanks for query.Memory loss that begins suddenly or that significantly interferes with your ability to function in daily life may mean a more serious problem is present.usually dementia that occurs as part of aging is slow in onset.consult a neurophysician for evaluation.regards