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Forgetting How To Spell And Retrograde Amnesias
Memory loss (amnesia) is unusual forgetfulness. It may refer to not being able to remember new events, not being able to recall one or more memories of the past, or both.
Alternative Names
Forgetfulness; Amnesia; Impaired memory; Loss of memory; Amnestic syndrome
Considerations
The cause determines whether amnesia comes on slowly or suddenly, and whether it is temporary or permanent.
Normal aging may lead to trouble learning new material or requiring a longer time...
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Memory loss
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Forgetfulness; Amnesia; Impaired memory; Loss of memory; Amnestic syndrome References Kirshner HS. Approaches to intellectual and memory... Read more »
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