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Suggest Treatment For Memory Issues In A 67 Year Old

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Posted on Thu, 27 Oct 2016
Question: An unknown aneurysm on my left temporal area caused emergency surgery 15 years ago. I miraculously survived. TBI resulted in intense emotions. I did not have memory problems then, but now I am 67 years old and I've started having trouble with word-finding. Could this be a longterm result of the surgery? Or is this the typical symptoms of aging?

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Very unlikely to be related to surgery.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

In my opinion, word-finding problems are not related to 15 years ago surgery, it could be a feature of aging, but also may herald mild cognitive impairment and/or dementia.

Het evaluated by a Neurologist and by neuropsychological tests about it.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Greetings.
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Suggest Treatment For Memory Issues In A 67 Year Old

Brief Answer: Very unlikely to be related to surgery. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. In my opinion, word-finding problems are not related to 15 years ago surgery, it could be a feature of aging, but also may herald mild cognitive impairment and/or dementia. Het evaluated by a Neurologist and by neuropsychological tests about it. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Greetings.