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Not sure if i asked my q right- memory probs befan 1yr, poor sleeping 8mths, rls 6mths ago, mri clear, phschiatric nurse-not depress, possible causes?

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Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Sleep deprivation: Causes memory loss, weight gain, fatigue, somnolence, difficulty with concentration and attention, irritability, mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. See your doctor for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 9/26/2013

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

RLS v sleep v memory: I agree w/dr. Herrington. While your memory loss predates your poor sleeping & rls, i would focus on your RLS 1st in order to improve/resolve poor sleep which is necessary for optimal memory, since you're not depressed & have normal mri. It would still be a good idea to get basic set of labs checked. Also some link between menopause & cognition. Don't forget outside stressors, eg job money family.

Answered 1/12/2015

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