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What Causes Frequent Dizziness, Fatigue, Hair Loss, Short-term Memory Loss And Disorientation?
Question: Age 48
Female
I experienced frequent dizziness in any position for about a month which have now completely disappeared. I feel very flat, unable to laugh or smile naturally and have the occasional suicidal thoughts. I have very recently noticed substantial hair loss as well as short term memory loss and disorientation.
I have very little appetite and do not drink enough fluids on a daily basis. My brain feels very foggy about 80% of the time. Unable to make decisions and the occasional slur in my speech. On the upside, I have an extremely healthy sex life and hardly ever get sick or experienced headaches. I am a smoker
I have a history of brain aneurysm on my fathers side, which a 1st cousin on my fathers side has had and survived. My last extensive health test was over a year ago and my blood texts showed nothing abnormal. Vitamin D good and iron fine etc.
I still experience regular menstrual cycles
Should I be concerned? The memory loss is quite debilitating and I feel very anxious about it as I tend to forget things and cannot recall some things (short term) at all.
Should I see a doctor?
Female
I experienced frequent dizziness in any position for about a month which have now completely disappeared. I feel very flat, unable to laugh or smile naturally and have the occasional suicidal thoughts. I have very recently noticed substantial hair loss as well as short term memory loss and disorientation.
I have very little appetite and do not drink enough fluids on a daily basis. My brain feels very foggy about 80% of the time. Unable to make decisions and the occasional slur in my speech. On the upside, I have an extremely healthy sex life and hardly ever get sick or experienced headaches. I am a smoker
I have a history of brain aneurysm on my fathers side, which a 1st cousin on my fathers side has had and survived. My last extensive health test was over a year ago and my blood texts showed nothing abnormal. Vitamin D good and iron fine etc.
I still experience regular menstrual cycles
Should I be concerned? The memory loss is quite debilitating and I feel very anxious about it as I tend to forget things and cannot recall some things (short term) at all.
Should I see a doctor?
Brief Answer:
Require investigations and consultation from a neurologist, psychiatrist
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Memory loss, fatigue and these symptoms needs evaluation by a neurologist.
Detailed examination for dementia is required.
Blood investigations like Thyroid profile and vitamin B12 levels are required followed by brain imaging.
Suicidal ideation and memory impairment may be due to depression and needs psychiatrist evaluation too.
Get investigated as advised.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Require investigations and consultation from a neurologist, psychiatrist
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Memory loss, fatigue and these symptoms needs evaluation by a neurologist.
Detailed examination for dementia is required.
Blood investigations like Thyroid profile and vitamin B12 levels are required followed by brain imaging.
Suicidal ideation and memory impairment may be due to depression and needs psychiatrist evaluation too.
Get investigated as advised.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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