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What Causes Confusion And Memory Loss While Suffering From Depression?

I am 47, healthy, some history of depression, ... last couple of weeks noticed significant confusion, memory issues, and general symptoms resembling dementia. Today, experienced moments of extreme confusion and some fear at grocery store, and daughter came to help. Other symptoms today: nausea, lethargy, confusion, hot flashes ( I assume, since I’ve never experienced)
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The conclusion, nausea, lethargy etc are concerning for possible delirium. Delirium can occur due to several.underlying metabolic, electrolyte imbalances, infections, medications etc. A detailed evaluation is warranted and please be advised to follow up with emergency room.

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What Causes Confusion And Memory Loss While Suffering From Depression?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The conclusion, nausea, lethargy etc are concerning for possible delirium. Delirium can occur due to several.underlying metabolic, electrolyte imbalances, infections, medications etc. A detailed evaluation is warranted and please be advised to follow up with emergency room. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.