Alzheimer's Disease: Other Causes Of Memory Loss
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  • Alzheimer's Disease: Other Causes Of Memory Loss


    Alzheimer's disease isn't the only cause or trigger of memory loss, certain other diseases and factors my result in memory loss too. Here we take a look at what else may cause memory loss.

    Thyroid deficiency

    Thyroid deficiency syndrome is a condition that is the result of low production of hormones by the thyroid gland and can cause memory loss.

    Anaemia

    Anaemia is a red blood cell deficiency disorder which results in a lack of oxygen carrying agents, causing tiredness, fatigue and other symptoms such as memory loss.

    Depression

    Depression is a form of mental illness that can induce a feeling of worthlessness, tiredness, fatigue, loss of concentration and memory lapses among other things.

    Brain tumors

    Brain tumors, abnormal growth of tissue or swelling, can cause memory loss symptoms and is the result of mutation in the DNA of brain cells.

    Stroke

    Strokes are the result of dead brain cells in a localized area of the brain due to poor blood flow and circulation to the brain. Strokes can cause paralysis, speech impairment and memory loss among other things.

    Nutritional disorders

    Nutritional disorders such as malnutrition or overnutrition can cause lapses in the memory.

    Infectious diseases

    Infectious diseases such as HIV or Aids can cause memory loss.

    Head injury or trauma

    Previous head injuries or brain trauma form a car crash or a bang to the head for example can cause memory impairment and other memory associated problems.

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