Question 1

thoughts? could really bad headaches cause temporary memory loss?

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Underlying condition: There is probably no causal relationship but it is important to ensure that they are not both part of the same underlying condition. For example migraines can - if affecting certain intracranial vessels - cause memory loss along with the headaches. There are some other less likely conditions e.g. A tumor that could explain this but a more detailed examination by your doctor will clear things up.

Question 2

may accutane cause temporarily memory loss while the treatment?

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Not known effect: That said, just because it isn't, I never discount a person's experience - you could be the first. But no, that's not a commonly known neurological affect associated with Accutane (isotretinoin).

Question 3

can a healthy person have a screening colonoscopy without a sedative? am eager to avoid any drug that causes confusion or memory loss, even if it's just "temporary."

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in general, gastroenterology physicians perform colonoscopy using IV medications for comfort and patient satisfaction. However, if requested by the patient, colonoscopy can be performed without any medications. This is usually requested in a minority of patients, but if you discuss this with your GI physician prior to the procedure (i.e. In a clinic visit) knowing that without colonoscopy, the procedure can be more uncomfortable and if extreme discomfort is encountered, then the procedure might have to be aborted (and polyps can be missed), and if patient and physician have a mutual understanding, then colonoscopy can be achieved without sedation.

Question 4

what causes temporary episodes cognitive dysfunction -confusion, mental fog, memory loss  in lupus? when i'm flaring, i cannot think straight!

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Cerebritis: Lulus cerebritis is a condition whereby cognition is affected wihout evidence of structural changes on mri.  It is poorly understood and it is not a vasculitis.

Question 5

what causes memory loss? if you are in your early 30s?

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Memory: Could be many causes stress underlying brain conditions I suggest see your dr

Question 6

what causes memory loss?

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Many things.....: This is too broad a question to give a simple response, because memory can be affected by things like insomnia, sleep apnea, mood disorders, medication side effects, dementia diseases (like alzheimer's), fibromyalgia, severe illness, attention deficit disorder, and the list goes on.  If you have symptoms of memory loss, see your doctor to investigate and narrow down the search.

Question 7

severe memory loss? causes?

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Many causes: The common causes of memory loss are usually metabolic developments found in older peoples' brains. When a young man suffers marked memory loss, head trauma, drugs abuse and induced severe hypoglycemia, must be at the top of your list. Remember those cases of amnesia reported that happen, because of intent to treat to cause amnesia.

Question 8

what could cause memory loss?

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Memory loss: Memory loss is caused by many factors such as age, health, mental health, medication use, history of head injury, metabolic and environmental factors. Immediate recall is the most susceptible followed by short term memory followed by long term memory.

Question 9

memory loss & causes thereof.?

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Many things: There are so many possibilities: a treatable medical problem such as hypothyroidism, a vitamin deficiency, alcohol misuse, vascular problems, dementia like alzheimer's disease, depression, anxiety and/or social stress are just some of the possibilities. Please see a physician for an evaluation and treatment recommendations. Hope this answer helps.

Question 10

what could cause extreme memory loss?

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Many causes: There are far to many causes to list.  If you are elderly a stroke or alzheimer's may at the top of the lust.

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