Q. Can medical attention help treat memory loss in a 75-year-old?
Hello doctor,
My mother is 75 years old and often shows some signs of memory loss. She resides with my younger brother. She forgets her daily tasks, including the door, kitchen, bathroom, and other family members also. But she remembers old things. Also, she often makes sounds during the night and while sleeping. She sleeps only for six hours. Does she require immediate medical attention by consulting a psychiatrist? Kindly give your advice.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Thanks for posting your query on this platform. From the information you have provided, it is possible that your mother has some sort of cognitive impairment or dementia. Having said that, she would need an in-person assessment, and relevant investigations to confirm or rule out memory issues as there might be other reasons as well for her presentation. A six-hour sleep at night is a good amount for her age. A face-to-face consultation would be more appropriate for further management.
Thank you.
Was this answer helpful?
|Same symptoms doesn’t mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Related Questions:
Which neurological disorder causes memory problems and confusion?
Some memory problems and confusion ... Read full
I have memory loss, confusion, and I hear sounds. Why?I suffer from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD ... Read full
I have lack of concentration, memory problems and negative thoughts. Please helpAlso, I have on and off memory issues ... It appears fine some days and on others, I have a difficulty with memory retention ... I am very prone to irritation, interruption of thoughts, cannot th Read full
Also Read Answers From:
Comprehensive Medical Second Opinion.Submit your Case
iCliniq's FREE Newsletters
Expert-backed health and wellness information, delivered to your email.
Thank you for subscribing to our Newsletters!
Also Read
PCOS and Liver Problems
The hormonal imbalances in polycystic ovary syndrome could cause liver diseases. Read the article to know the relationship between these medical conditions. Read more»
Inferior Alveolar Nerve Lateralization Technique
The inferior alveolar nerve lateralization technique is a surgical lateralization technique to reposition the nerve. Read the article to know more about this. Read more»
COVID-19 and Ebola: Similarities and Differences
This article gives a comparison and broader overview of the outbreak of the two deadliest diseases that showed a greater incidence over the last two decades. Read more»
Ask your health query to a doctor online?
Ask a Psychiatrist Now* guaranteed answer within 4 hours.