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Is there a memory issue where for instance you can't remember certain simple things like the order of the months in the year accurately?

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Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

Obviously: At the age of 17 it is very abnormal. It is possible that poor diet is responsible.

Answered 5/12/2013

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