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Loss of memory is a common symptom, particular in the elderly. Memory loss may also be associated with concentration symptoms. Many people fear a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease but many other possibilities exist, including simply the normal deterioration of memory function with aging. Other possibilities include the side effects of various medications and other medical conditions such as depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, certain brain conditions (e.g. stroke or brain tumors) and various types of dementia. Any memory-related symptoms need prompt professional medical advice to determine the correct diagnosis....more »
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The following medical conditions are some of the possible
causes of Forgetfulness.
There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor
about your symptoms.
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Review the causes of these more specific types of Forgetfulness:
Review causes of types of Forgetfulness in more specific categories:
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Listed below are some combinations of symptoms associated with Forgetfulness, as listed in our database. Visit the Symptom Checker, to add and remove symptoms and research your condition.
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Various tests are used in the diagnosis of Forgetfulness. Some of these are listed below :
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diagnostic tests for Forgetfulness
The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible
causes of Forgetfulness as a symptom.
Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using,
including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
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medications causing Forgetfulness
When combined, certain drugs, medications, substances or toxins may react causing Forgetfulness as a symptom. Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
See full list of 1 drug interactions causing Forgetfulness
Some of the comorbid or associated medical symptoms for Forgetfulness may include these symptoms:
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During a consultation, your doctor will use various techniques to assess the symptom: Forgetfulness. These will include a physical examination and possibly diagnostic tests. (Note: A physical exam is always done, diagnostic tests may or may not be performed depending on the suspected condition) Your doctor will ask several questions when assessing your condition. It is important to openly share any pertinent information to help your doctor make an accurate diagnosis.
It is also very important to bring an up-to-date list of all of your all medical conditions, medications including dosages, and names of numbers of any specialist you see.
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Simple hearing loss can be misdiagnosed: Elderly patients can be misdiagnosed owing to symptoms of paranoia, when the underlying cause is really simple hearing...read more »
Alzheimer's disease over-diagnosed: The well-known disease of Alzheimer's disease is often over-diagnosed. Patients tend to assume that any memory loss or...read more »
Dementia may be a drug interaction: A common scenario in aged care is for a patient to show mental decline to dementia. Whereas this can, of course, occur due to various medical conditions, such as a stroke or Alzheimer's...read more »
Tremor need not be Parkinson's disease: There is the tendency to believe that any tremor symptom, or shakiness, means Parkinson's disease. The reality is that there are various possibilities,...read more »
Rare diseases misdiagnosed as Parkinson's disease: A rare genetic disorder is often misdiagnosed as Parkinson's disease for men in their 50's. The disease Fragile X disorder can show only mild symptoms in the early...read more »
Brain pressure condition often misdiagnosed as dementia: A condition that results from an excessive pressure of CSF within the brain is often misdiagnosed....read more »
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Rare types of medical conditions and diseases in related medical categories:
Conditions that are commonly undiagnosed in related areas may include:
A lot of people experience memory lapses. Some memory problems are serious, and others are not. People who have serious changes in their memory, personality, and behavior may suffer from a form of brain disease called dementia. Dementia seriously affects a person's ability to carry out daily activities. Alzheimer's disease is one of many types of dementia. (Source: excerpt from Forgetfulness It's Not Always What You Think -- Age Page -- Health Information: NIA)
The list below shows some of the causes of Forgetfulness mentioned in various sources:
See full list of 342 causes of Forgetfulness
This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Forgetfulness. Of the 342 causes of Forgetfulness that we have listed, we have the following prevalence/incidence information:
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The following list of conditions have 'Forgetfulness' or similar listed as a symptom in our database. This computer-generated list may be inaccurate or incomplete. Always seek prompt professional medical advice about the cause of any symptom.
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The following list of medical conditions have Forgetfulness or similar listed as a medical complication in our database. The distinction between a symptom and complication is not always clear, and conditions mentioning this symptom as a complication may also be relevant. This computer-generated list may be inaccurate or incomplete. Always seek prompt professional medical advice about the cause of any symptom.
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This information shows analysis of the list of causes of Forgetfulness based
on whether certain risk factors apply to the patient:
Depending on the seriousness of the onset of Forgetfulness, you may want to consult one of the following medical professionals.
Important:In extreme cases, always seek advice from emergency services :
Subtypes of Forgetfulness:
Memory problems (95 causes), Memory disturbances (16 causes), Temporary memory loss (13 causes), Amnesia (45 causes), Loss of memory (51 causes), Poor memory (25 causes), Short-term memory loss (22 causes), Memory loss (142 causes)
Medical Conditions associated with Forgetfulness:
Memory symptoms (523 causes), Cognitive symptoms (3664 causes), Neurological symptoms (9575 causes), Behavioral symptoms (4608 causes), Brain symptoms (2787 causes), Mental problems (3121 causes), Nerve symptoms (9132 causes), Personality symptoms (4029 causes), Head symptoms (10192 causes)
Symptoms related to Forgetfulness:
Concentration symptoms (365 causes), Alzheimer's disease (2 causes), Parkinson's disease, Depression (629 causes), Depressive disorders, Dementia (394 causes), Delirium (381 causes), Emotional problems (2080 causes)
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