What is Amnesia?

Description of the disease

Amnesia is a memory disorder that can be temporary or permanent. The patient may lose memories of the past or current events. Depending on the severity, amnesia can affect a person's everyday life.

Classification

• Retrograde amnesia
• Anterograde amnesia
• Dissociative amnesia

Symptoms

• Loss of memory about the past
• Inability to memorize new events
• Vague memories

Causes

Head injury, stress, some brain diseases, alcohol, and drugs can be the cause of amnesia.

Diagnosis

To diagnose amnesia, neuropsychological tests, neuroimaging methods, and magnetic resonance imaging are conducted.

Treatment

Treatment of amnesia is aimed at eliminating the underlying disease and conducting rehabilitation measures to restore memory.

Prevention

Avoiding head injuries, moderate alcohol consumption, and a healthy lifestyle help prevent amnesia.

Doctor

A neurologist or psychiatrist is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating patients with amnesia.