Question 1

is there any way to improve short term memory loss in the elderly?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are a number of programs that can help improve memory and other mental functions in healthy older individuals. Just like muscles, you have to exercise the memory to keep it strong. An online reference is: http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pmc/articles/pmc3430800/.

Question 2

what can cause sudden onset of short and long term memory loss and confusion in the elderly?

Accepted Answer

Drug effects/toxins: Sudden onset is unusual & of great concern.  The most commonly prescribed drugs in the elderly, statins, have been found to cause this exact side effect, though it is usually transient.  See http://www.Spacedoc.Com/662_cases_memory_loss for more info.  Other medicines could cause this, such as sleeping pills & tranquilizers.  Acute toxicity with heavy metals/molds could cause but is less likely.

Question 3

elderly parent with memory loss, what is normal aging and what is not?

Accepted Answer

See below: With aging, it's normal to see some less recall with recent memories and slower recollection of names/details. There are some screens and more detailed tests, which a professional can do to figure out where in the age group your parent's score falls. This is a difficult question to answer without talking and assessing your parent directly as well as without a collateral  from  a family member.

Question 4

can remeron (mirtazapine) cause memory loss and confusion in the elderly?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Remeron (mirtazapine) has been reported to cause confusion in about 2% of those taking it.  Dementia is also a reported side effect, which would likely be associated with memory loss. Elderly patients are often more susceptible to such side effects.  More information can be found at http://www.Drugs.Com/sfx/remeron-side-effects.Html.

Question 5

elderly mother had uit, is confused, has memory loss, behavioral changes, and sleeps most of the time. came on suddenly. why didn't med work?

Accepted Answer

Germ not sensitive : Not all germs respond to the same medicine.  Viruses don't respond to any antibiotic.  Bacteria respond to antibiotics, but all antibiotics do not kill all bacteria. Doctors do cultures to specifically identify the  bacteria, and sensitivities tell us if that particular bacteria will be sensitive (die) or be resistant (infx persists). She needs a different drug/something else is going on. See dr.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

what could cause a 67 y.o. to suffer from from profound memory loss and confusion?

Accepted Answer

Memory loss: In a 67 year old person, the most common cause of memory loss would be alzheimer's dementia -- but there are other possibilities as well.  If the memory loss and confusion appeared after a stroke, the problem could be vascular dementia.  Alzheimer's has a more gradual course than vascular.  With confusion, one would need to look especially at any medications being given -- many can worsen things.

Question 8

severe memory loss? causes?

Accepted Answer

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 9

what is good for memory loss?

Accepted Answer

Memory loss is a : symptom, the cause of which must be determined in order to create a treatment plan. One also has to define if the loss is is in short-term, active-working or long-term memory. Active working memory lapses, like walking into the kitchen &amp; forgetting what you went in there for, tend to become more frequent as one ages. See your primary care doctor  for evaluation &amp; any needed referrals.

Question 10

what could cause memory loss?

Accepted Answer

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.

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