Memory Loss Flashcards
1
Q
Acute memory loss - differentials
A
Trauma Migraine Stroke Seizures Transient global amnesia Delirium
2
Q
Subacute memory loss - causes
A
Encephalitis
SOL
Autoimmune
Wernicke-Korsakoff’s syndrome
3
Q
Long-term memory loss - causes
A
Dementia
- Alzheimers
- Vascular
- Lewy body
- Frontotemporal
Depression
Hypothyroidism
Vit 12 deficiency
4
Q
Acute memory loss - main test
A
MRI / CT head
5
Q
Subacute memory loss - main test
A
LP
6
Q
Short term episodic memory loss linked to which type of dementia?
A
Alzheimers / Lewy body
7
Q
Changes in personality / social conduct linked to which type of dementia
A
Frontotemporal
8
Q
Memory retrieval difficulties linked to which type of dementia
A
Vascular dementia
9
Q
Along with memory loss B12 deficiency can also present with?
A
Posterior column - decreased vibration + proprioception
Lower extremity numbness may also be seen
10
Q
Memory loss - blood tests
A
U+Es Mg Ca2+ B12 Thiamine TFTs
