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I forget common words too often, do i have a memory problem?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Fatigue, distraction: depression, and having lots on one's mind can make us forgetful. If you are concerned please see a neuropsychologst for testing and appropriate recommendations. Peace and good health.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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See doctor: to rule out an organic cause. Could also be depression.

Dr Trivedi agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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