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Wednesday, November, 11, 2009

Define Memory Loss

Health Encyclopedia: Memory Loss

Alternative Names

Forgetfulness; Amnesia; Impaired memory; Loss of memory


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Expert & Community Posts

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Aging Memory Loss – How to use Brain Aerobics to Build a Better Memory
By Dharma S Khalsa, MD , Health Expert

Aging and memory loss - two things most of us think go hand-in-hand. But science tells us they do... Read more »

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Five Early Symptoms You Should Recognize to Prevent Further Memory Loss
By Dharma S Khalsa, MD , Health Expert

...what to watch for — so you can prevent further memory loss and mental decline. It is currently... Read more »

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Stress, Aging and the Brain
By Dharma S Khalsa, MD , Health Expert

...research reveals that stress may cause short term memory loss? Well, it's true. Stress, anxiety,... Read more »

Health Guide

Memory loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
Memory loss (amnesia) is unusual forgetfulness that can be caused by brain damage due to disease or injury, or it can be caused by severe emotional trauma. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Alzheimer's Myths Dispelled
Myth 1: Memory loss is a natural part of aging. In the past people believed memory loss was a normal part of aging, often regarding even Alzheimer’s as natural age-related decline. Experts now... Read more »
Memory loss
... Call your health care provider if Call your health care provider if there is any unexplained memory loss. What to expect at your health care provider's office The doctor will... Read more »
Alzheimer's Disease -- FAQs
...often progress through these stages: mild, moderate, and severe.Signs of mild Alzheimer's can include:memory loss confusion about the location of familiar placestaking longer to accomplish normal... Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions
...often progress through these stages: mild, moderate, and severe.Signs of mild Alzheimer's can include:memory loss confusion about the location of familiar placestaking longer to accomplish normal... Read more »

Medications

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...unlikely, this drug can infrequently cause temporary memory loss. To avoid this effect, do not... Read more »

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...unlikely, this drug can infrequently cause temporary memory loss. To avoid this effect, do not... Read more »

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...uncontrolled movements (tremor) restlessness memory loss sweating mental/mood changes... Read more »

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...hallucinations, aggressive behavior, anxiety) memory loss unsteadiness Tell your doctor... Read more »

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...these unlikely but serious side effects occur: memory loss shaking difficult/slurred... Read more »

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