Holiday Tips for Supporting Elderly Loved Ones at Home
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What Causes Memory Loss besides Aging?
Memory loss can be the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease, happen after suffering a traumatic experience, or it may be a by-product of a person’s living environment. There are many other factors that contribute to memory loss including, but not limited to:
Can Memory Loss be Reversed?
Many of the contributing factors to memory loss described above are associated with ‘reversible’ memory loss…and as the name implies, the associated memory loss oftentimes can be reversed. The Mayo Clinic provides the following tips to reverse or reduce memory loss:
Please visit the Mayo Clinic website to learn read “Memory Loss: 7 Tips to Improving Your Memory”.
When To Seek Help For Memory Loss
Getting a prompt diagnosis and the appropriate care is essential to reversing or reducing memory loss. If you’re worried about memory loss, especially when it effects your ability to complete your usual daily activities, consult your doctor. He or she will likely do a physical exam, as well as check your memory and problem-solving skills. Urine and blood tests, CAT scans, and recall tests in which the doctor asks you questions are all performed in an effort to determine how well you recall information.
With a strong diagnosis and supportive care you or a loved one can minimize damage and help improve memory!
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