Missing Memory: Is It Normal Aging or Dementia?
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Symptoms
The main symptom is frequent, ongoing memory loss beyond what is normally expected for one’s age. That means having more than small lapses of memory. If you have MCI-AT, you may:
- Remember much less of what you have just read or seen than people who have only the normal memory changes of aging
- Take longer to recall information
Diagnosis
The doctor will:
- Ask about your symptoms and medical history
- Perform a physical exam
- Perform tests to measure your cognitive skills, including memory
The doctor may also talk with family members and caregivers. If you have this condition, you should have your cognitive abilities tested regularly.
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