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You should get it checked. The earlier the better as far as some of the new medications that recently came out. Once you have it checked and more of a prognosis, can then decide if you disclose or not. Sorry to hear this and wishing you the best.
Please check it out asap as early discovery and treatment is best
Whether you disclose is up to you
Some level of memory loss is normal with aging (usually starting in 40’s). The first time I noticed it, I actually found myself obsessing about it, which artificially amplified my perception of the issue.
Your healthcare provider will perform a baseline memory and cognitive test. Just like most health tests, there is a normal range for your age. You will see where you sit on that range. I ended up finding out that my memory and cognitive abilities were in the top 2% of my peer age group. Go figure. Stopped worrying about it, even though my memory is not what I want it to be, nor what it once was.
The good news is that you will have a baseline from which you can gauge your age related decline in memory. The decline is inevitable, but the key is monitoring whether it is at a normal pace (test about every 4-5 years). For me, if I drop well below my standing in the range, then I will delve further with guidance from my healthcare provider.
Btw, I told my spouse when I was first concerned. Had him help me observe my memory. For some reason I was focused on not being able to remember the title of a movie we just saw, or the actors’ names. He laughed….said I’ve never been able to, which is true.
This is the most noticeable symptom of my chronic anemia. There are a lot things that could make it hard for you remember or recall things that can be quickly remedied. Get a work up and I wouldn’t tell any one, personally
Yeah - i have a unique form and get infusions/transfusions quarterly or so. I can always tell it’s out of bounds simply by how dull my thinking feels and how I suddenly realize I can’t remember things. Once I get a top off, everything is tip top within hours of the treatment.
I am in my 20s and have memory loss sometimes. It's very short term like I forget what I was just saying or what I was just doing due to brain fog. Try moringa, eating omega 3 rich foods, and walnuts . They help a lot.
For what it's worth, ADHD (particularly inattentive type which is what most adult women get diagnosed with - I am one of them) also creates issues with working memory. Couple that with adrenal burnout and memory goes up in flames (or at least mine did). Like everyone here is saying, def get a work up from different docs who specialize in different areas. Wishing you the best
Have it checked out. There are many many treatment options for memory loss, as well as many root causes. It doesn’t have to affect your ability to work or be employed. Worst case scenario, you always apply for short term disability and then move into long term disability. Long term disability can extend for years and years and bridge you to retirement. Do not quit, do not resign, do not assume the worst. Early intervention is your best course of action at this point.
fwiw, before my mom passed, she had 5 years of cognitive decline, predominantly memory and inability to retain instructions or steps in a sequence. long story short, MRI came back normal for her age, no dementia or anything troubling. but her cognitive tests were awful. they thought it had to do with her T1 diabetes, but turns out she had nearly zero levels of most vitamins (B12, B6 especially), super low iron, etc. her diet had been insufficient for years, as she always tried to stay thin and eat less to avoid taking more insulin. all this is to say: nutrition should not be overlooked. i work with an integrative/functional person to frequently check levels, and she identified 9 deficiencies (since i gave birth) that no previous doctor had. she's online only – renewdirection.com – if you're interested.
I had a similar scare and did get tested. Turns out I’m just an over worked, over stressed Mama that has too much on her plate. Doc advised me to get some stuff off my plate
Are you taking omega 3 daily?
You can also start writing more things down and creating processes to help you NOW before you decline further
Short term or long term memory? And have you gone through menopause yet? Even perimenopause can screw up short term memory.
Start writing down your symptoms as soon as they happen on your phone. This will help you discuss with your provider and identify trends/themes and triggers. Good luck, wishing for the best outcome for you.
I’m 39 and this is the first year of my life I’ve experienced notable cognitive decline. I lose my thoughts on work calls, can’t remember things like the name of a movie (like someone before said), names of clients, I have to use Google so much more to jog my memory on historical events etc. I keep reminders on my phone more. I don’t have advice but will be following this post as I’m also a little scared and not sure how to navigate
Dont worry! All perfectly normal and some of us never had great recall/memory in the first place ♥️❤️♥️
Similar boat - what tests should be performed, by which specialty doctor??? Have been meaning to get checked but don’t know who to go to
Also, some meds have an impact on memory, so check what you're on if you're on anything. For example, some people on high dosages of statins (for cholesterol) report fogginess and memory concerns, which my cardiologist warned me about before I started. (I'm not a doctor but I suppose that makes a lot of sense given it impacts fats in your bloodstream and how important some fats like Omega 3 are to brain function, etc.) Anyway, start with PCP either way.
Go get it checked out. Meds can help slow progression but can’t retroactively fix it. Go find a neurologist pronto.
Really sorry to hear this OP. You should definitely meet with your primary care physician and get eveything checked out. It may not be as bad as you think and there may be supplements and medicine they can put you on to help.
Go get it checked out. Meds can help limit the progression. Additionally you could have other hormone imbalances that could affect things.