headaches and memory loss

[random_lobster]

Hi
For the past few years i've been getting some bad headaches, most days i wake up with a headache which will sometimes go or sometimes hang around constantly for weeks. I have also been getting some dizzy spells (especially when i stand up after watching TV or something!). Another thing is my memory seems to be getting worse quite often i will come to my room to get something or go to tell someone something and then have no idea what i was ****! My consentration has been getting a bit worse as well. I have NF 1 so this may cause some of the symptoms but it seems to be getting worse. I have had an MRI but never heard back the results so i assumed they found nothing!

[Dr. A. Srivastava]

Hi, Thank you very much for your question; although it is quite difficult for me to give you a precise diagnosis here without being able to examine you, though I would try to provide you some relevant information about your health concern. You need a proper assessment and investigation here since there can be many causes for memory loss, headache and dizziness. Most common causes of short term memory and concentration impairment are excessive stress, psychological reason, recent head injury, certain medications, hormonal imbalance and Alzheimer’s disease (if you are in old age). I would recommend you to see a neurologist who can evaluate the details of your case and could better determine the insight of your situation. In the meantime, try to do some meditation exercises (eg. breathing exercises), have a balanced diet and avoid stress. Hope this helps. Take Care & Regards.

[selmaS]

Hi...sorry not familiar with NF1...but, never assume that nothing was noted on ur MRI..call the facility that did the studies and request copies....and then get a 2nd opinion...this way u have a better idea. Things can get overlooked, especially if they were intent on finding something else.

Good luck
"selma"