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Amnesia
Temporary memory loss (transient global amnesia)

Temporary memory loss (transient global amnesia)

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A sudden, temporary episode of memory loss, that can't be attributed to a neurological condition such as epilepsy or stroke.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Is a type of:

Amnesia

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common
Toddler
3-5
Rare
Preteen
6-13
Rare
Teenager
14-18
Rare
Young adult
19-40
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

Symptoms

Confusion
Memory problems
Memory problems, difficulty remembering recent events
Confusion, made worse by high altitudes
Memory problems, difficulty remembering distant past events
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