Multiple sclerosis : It is common for a patient with multiple sclerosis to attribute any symptom they feel to the ms. However, lapses in memory, like any other symptom, could be triggered by many different possibilities. To mention a few: sleep deprivation, vitamin b 12 deficiency, hypothyroidism, transient global amnesia, and, of course, ms. Check with your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Possible seizure: Although rather uncommon at about 8%, would get EEG to r/o seizure activity. Other problems could cause forgetfulness, so have your doctor evaluate a spectrum of causes, even considering a sleep disorder.
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