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I had blood test done because my memory was getting bad. They said they couldn’t find anything just that my thyroid was little high. My memory is bad I always ask the same question or repeating the same story over and over. I don t concentrate very long on what I am reading.
Yes, it may cause memory problems.High level of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism) is frequently associated with irritability, insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, fatigue, impaired concentration and memory, these symptoms can be episodic or may develop into mania, depression and delirium.
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Yes, it may cause memory problems. High level of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism) is frequently associated with irritability, insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, fatigue, impaired concentration and memory, these symptoms can be episodic or may develop into mania, depression and delirium.
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Take care
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
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Can High Level Of Thyroid Cause Memory Problems?
Hi, Yes, it may cause memory problems.High level of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism) is frequently associated with irritability, insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, fatigue, impaired concentration and memory, these symptoms can be episodic or may develop into mania, depression and delirium. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali