memory loss of words

I am a 33 year old mother of three and my memory is getting worse. I used to attribute it to being so busy but it's become more short term as I get older. I'm forgetting words when I have conversations with people, names of streets that I've always known before. I'll walk in a room specifically for an item and once in the room, I forget why I was there.

Go to a neurologist and ask to have a neuropsych test done. it helps them determine what is causing the memory issues. All they do is a bunch of test and memory test with you to help you find out whats wrong.

My husband has been on the treatment for almost seven months he has another five to go. Does the memory loss get better after the treatment has ended. What does anyone suggest he can do vitamin wise and food wise etc to feel better.

Some patients may have problems in mixing up words for objects or can have trouble understanding or taking part in a conversation. Prevention in what concerns memory loss is whatsoever limited. Sudden memory loss cannot be prevented but patients who experience the symptoms of memory loss due to aging may keep their brain cells healthy and active with different exercises and dietary supplements.

After finishing up with surgery, 4 rounds of chemo & 30 rounds of radiation I am now taking Femara. I am wondering if this drug in any way effects the memory, or thought process. I have been having a lot of memory loss and confusion when speaking. It's like I know what I want to say but sometimes can't seem get the correct words out. Any help would be much appreciated.

I have been taking Imitrex for years and it is great for my migraines; but I am 53 yrs old and have memory loss too. I have short and long term memory lose . I was wondering if anyone else is having the same trouble?

My deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your son. No words can express a parent's grief nor relieve them during such a loss as this.

I have noticed that my memory is really bad for the short term and some of the long term for language and so forth. I feel extremely hopeless becuase I have no control over this and is making me very afraid of what can happen, can it get worse. I just dont know. Im on meds but im going back to my doctor with this issue to change my meds and find an answer. Please let me know what can I expect with this memory loss.

Does anyone or has anyone experienced memory loss over pain killers. I feel I am losing my mind half the time. I can't remember what I was about to do, or what I need to do. And where I put stuff, I am really starting to worry about this, along with all the other things, I am worried about. maybe this is just part of my OCD. I tend to worry about everything and keep stressing about it.

t think anyone on here would like to take a stab in the dark about this. Yes those of us with BP do have ocassional memory loss, usually following mania or psychosis. We also talk about our memories not being as clear as they once were. With everything your daughter has gone through though it could be that her brain has just "shut-off" in an attempt to cope, mend etc. I am not a psychiatrist though as I'm sure you appreciate.

If all brain related causes (transient ischemic attack, disorders of hypothalamus, dementia and multiple sclerosis, head injury etc) are ruled out then Vit B12 deficiency, chronic fatigue syndrome, sleep disorders (by sleep studies), depression, use of certain drugs, and certain types of seizures (where memory loss is the predominant symptom) should be investigated for as the cause of memory loss.

When those receptors shutdown, short term memory fails to become (transition into) long term memory. This happens because of the level of alcohol in Your blood. If You continue to drink this will happen again, sooner and more often, with time. Alcoholism IS progressive - and so is the damage. This I know is true. Alcoholics are the last to realize they have a problem with alcohol. Alcoholics are the last to realize they are alcoholics. This too, I know is true.

If all brain related causes (transient ischemic attack, disorders of hypothalamus, dementia and multiple sclerosis, head injury etc) are ruled out then Vit B12 deficiency, chronic fatigue syndrome, sleep disorders (by sleep studies), depression, use of certain drugs, and certain types of seizures (where memory loss is the predominant symptom) should be investigated for as the cause of memory loss.

I think you are right in going for counselling ,it does sound as if you are suffering from the loss of your son,meanwhile for the memory loss I expect you will ask for some input regarding the meds you are taking .Sometimes we have to help our selves through it ,that is what I have done having had many useless theories,I dont take any drugs now to help myslef I rely on research and supplements ..

In 2007 he had a hip replacement done and ended up having 3 operations within one week because of complications. My question is could the buildup of medications etc cause him to now have memory loss, language skills loss and tremors in his right hand. He walked in to the hospital on crutches and now is dependent on a wheelchair.

Anyone else have memory loss????

t find any information about this type of memory loss, I am hoping someone might be able to give me a heads up. Also if someone has been told by a family member about their erratic emotions I would love to hear your advice on how to bring it up with my mother.

I have been taking Effexor XR 75 mg for 4-5 months, then I suffered from deterioration of my cognitive functions;as memory loss, slow thinking, difficulty in understanding written or spoken words, poor flow of ideas. when these symptoms occured , I have decided to stop the drug but my symptoms have not improved . Now I spend about 1 month and my intellectual functions is still impaired.

is a common symptom of Hypothyroid It seems many thyroid sufferers think that thyroid replacement Hormone causes symptoms to appear, I also thought the same thing when I first started taking medication, Your system is just used to running on low hormone T3, and when you all of a sudden increase it, it kind of shocks your system, even small doses take an adjustment period, Do you have a copy of your Lab results,?

I would have to review my statements and questions just to be sure the words were there --because ibn addition to memory loss I could not come up with the names of simple everyday items. I had to point to them...People thought I was crazy with dementia.

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