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Can memory loss and difficult focusing be caused by anxiety? i'm scared i have a brain tumor, since my mom died of a glioblastoma/had memory loss.
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Try to chill: Yes, anxiety frequently causes what you describe. It is very, very unlikely that these symptoms relate to a brain tumor. Seeking someone to talk to about your anxiety, perhaps even a professional, would seem to be a worthwhile first step.
Answered 5/10/2016
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