Epistemis

Memory leak

Specialty: Neurology.

  • forgotten
  • amnesia
  • cognitive impairment

Why it occurs

  • Dementia (Alzheimer's and others)
  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Depression (pseudodementia)
  • Drugs, hypothyroidism, B12 deficiency

Initial workup

Cognitive test (MMSE/MoCA), analytical (TSH, B12), neuroimaging.

red flags

Rapid deterioration, focality or sudden change in behavior.

Standard management

  • Treat reversible causes — adjust drugs, supplements
  • Anticholinesterases — in selected Alzheimer's

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousParosmia
Area
Neurology
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
2
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