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Common Reversible Causes of Memory Loss
Reversible
Cause Typical Symptoms Diagnosis and Treatment
Stress Easily distractible, forgetful Prune overload: do it constantly
Sense of inability to cope Focus on small not just big
Flying off the handle frequently stressors
Excessive anxiety, palpitations Avoid conflict over trivial matters
Unable to enjoy vacations Regular bedtime hours, don't
overeat
Avoid late evening alcohol, caffeine
Meditation, yoga, relaxation
Depression Feeling low, down in the dumps Maintain active social life
Seeing the negative side of things Strengthen relationships
Poor memory, unable to concentrate Resolve outstanding conflicts
Loss of interest in hobbies, activities If others say you look depressed,
Insomnia, loss of appetite, low libido take the comment seriously and act
Daily tasks seem over-whelming on it
Family history of depression Persistent, severe symptoms, seek
help: psychotherapy, medications
Alcohol abuse Drinking a little extra every day Reduce or eliminate alcohol intake
Hiding the truth about alcohol intake Help from family, friends
Critical comments from family, friends Alcoholics Anonymous
Gaps in memory for recent events Detoxification, specialized programs
Vitamin B1 (thiamine)
Medication Taking memory -toxic medications Eliminate offending medication or
toxicity Poor attention, memory or confusion after reduce its dose
starting a new medicine or dose increase of Consult with your doctor regarding
an existing medicine prescription medications
Change in sleep-wake cycle
Thyroid Memory loss, depression, lethargy Physician consultation
deficiency Physical and mental slowness, weight gain, Blood tests to confirm the diagnosis
constipation, cold intolerance Thyroid hormone supplementation
