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Article #98: Memory Loss - Forgetfulness

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This article will outline some of the brain.
major causes of memory loss, then will The important diagnostic sign is a change
further explain each of the major causes in the patient's personality, language,
briefly. decision-making ability, and inability to
Memory loss or forgetfulness is caused by remember things.
brain damage due to injury to the brain Alcohol Dementia
or any disease that causes damage to the Drinking in excess causes damage to the
brain. It can also be caused by sudden brain cells. Alcoholics have a condition
emotional trauma. called the alcohol dementia in which the
The other names for memory loss are individual is unable to remember or learn
amnesia and dementia. new things. Personality changes and
Some of The Most Commen Causes of Memory reduction in cognitive skills is seen.
Loss There is a decline in problem solving and
Memory loss can occur due to the communication skills.
following causes: Concussion
· Aging A severe blow to the head results in
· Head injury tearing of the brain nerve fibers leading
· Alzheimer's disease to concussion, which is associated with a
· Neurogenerative illness temporary memory loss. The patient may
· Seizures lose consciousness.
· Hysteria Preventive Measures for Brain Loss
· Alcoholism Mind Exercise
· General anesthetics like isoflurane Mind needs exercise as much as the body.
and halothane An inactive brain can eventually lead to
· Stroke memory loss. The best way to keep your
· Drugs such as benzodiazepines and brain cells active is to play games like
barbiturates chess, scrabble, puzzles, learn a new
· Temporal lobe brain surgery language or cultivate a new hobby, and
· Brain tumors read general knowledge books.
· Herpes encephalitis Eating Healthy
· Depression Eating foods rich in antioxidants help to
Aging improve your memory power. Foods like
As age advances the brain develops "brain oranges, spinach, carrots, and colored
tangles" according to the latest research fruits and vegetables are rich in
in America. These tangles are made of antioxidants that help in increasing the
twisted protein fragments that clog the blood flow to your brain cells.
nerve cells thus impairing memory. Exercising your brain, following a
Alzheimer's Disease healthy lifestyle, and eating
Dementia or memory loss is a very antioxidant-rich foods will keep memory
distinct feature of Alzheimer's disease. loss at bay. Also it is important not to
According to the latest research, the put your head and more importantly your
brain tangles are excessive in these brain at risk by doing dangerous
patients. There is a destruction of nerve activities or drugs. Live smart, stay
cells, which leads to a decrease in smart.
message carrying neurotransmitters to the






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