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Could Loss Of Memory/concentration And Hallucination Be Due To Dementia?

I have been experiencing severe memory loss, loss of concentration, cannot focus on every day tasks, and had an auditory hallucination. I ve been on 6mg of Klonopin for over 20 years with treats my Tardive Dystonia. Could this be the early onset of Dementia?
Wed, 8 Oct 2014
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. In my opinion the symptoms that you are presenting could be both side effects of Klonopin, or Dementia signs. I suggest you to discuss with your local Doctor the possibility to stop Klonopin for short time, if the simptoms persist then there's need to investigate further the cause of your symptoms. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
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Could Loss Of Memory/concentration And Hallucination Be Due To Dementia?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. In my opinion the symptoms that you are presenting could be both side effects of Klonopin, or Dementia signs. I suggest you to discuss with your local Doctor the possibility to stop Klonopin for short time, if the simptoms persist then there s need to investigate further the cause of your symptoms. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.