Question 1

at a young age of 22 years old, what could be the cause for memory loss and decreased cognitive functioning?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Drugs or alcohol abuse, depression, sleep disorder would be most common at age 22.  There could also be an organic brain problem but that is less common.  See your doctor for testing and diagnosis.

Question 2

iam feeling  memory loss my age 31?

Accepted Answer

Usually inattention: Losing the ability to register, retain, and recall is unusual at your age and unlikely to represent a neurodegenerative disorder.

Most commonly memory problems are related to poor attention as seen in anxiety states, sleep deprivation as in obstructive sleep apnea, or attention deficit disorder.

Youn might want to see a neurologist so you can have your memory formally tested and go from there.

Question 3

is memory loss a normal part of old aging?

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null: In general, aging can cause some memory loss, but other health problems (malnutrition, heart disease, depression, etc), inactivity, lack of mental stimulation & social isolation affect memory. The elderly typically have more health problems, less exercise & less social support than younger people. Keep your memory sharp w/ exercise (mental & physical), a balanced diet & by maintaining friendships.

Question 4

age 28 years what can i do for memory loss?

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Memory loss: Work with your doctor to explore the causes & treat those.

Question 5

what are the causes of memory loss among young people?

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Depression?: Normal forgetfulness can occur due to preoccupation, lack of concentration or depression. If severe and recent other etiologies may be present.

Question 6

what could be wrong if you are having memory loss even to the point you forget your age and i'm only 33?

Accepted Answer

Amnesia: Memory loos at 33 is very unusual, if there is further issues with memory loss the next step would be to see a neurologist for a work up to sort out why this is happening.

Question 7

i am having memory loss and i am only 17. i am confused because i am too young to be having memory losses?

Accepted Answer

Memory loss can: happen at any age although more frequent in older folks.  Please see your doc.  He/she will help you clarify things.  Stress, fatigue, etc. can produce memory loss but so can physical conditions.  Peace and good health.

Question 8

short-term memory loss a definite with ageing?

Accepted Answer

Not so.: About 50% of the elderly never develop dementia, but our intellectual faculties do slow as we get older.  It may take a bit longer to recall facts, but short term memory loss is not a normal feature of aging.  Lack of sleep, emotional stress, and poor nutrition can hurt focus and concentration.

Question 9

what would cause my short term memory loss at age 50?

Accepted Answer

Many things: It could be depression.  But really, you should see a family doctor as a first step to get a full evaluation and proper referral.

Question 10

at age 30, is it normal to have bad short term memory loss? what could this mean?

Accepted Answer

I can't remember: In all seriousness, that would be quite young to experience major memory issues.  There are multiple things that would need to be addressed. Talk to your doc to see if additional evaluation is warranted.

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What could be wrong if you are having memory loss even to the point you forget your age and i'm only 33?

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I am having memory loss and i am only 17. i am confused because i am too young to be having memory losses?

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Short-term memory loss a definite with ageing?

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At age 30, is it normal to have bad short term memory loss? what could this mean?

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