Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
High fever and memory loss
I had a high fever of 103.6 a day back. Accompanied by loose motions. Fever subsided after 24 hr rest and the only medication I took was 2 crocins.
It's been a day and I figure that I have some problem remembering names or long strings of characters which I knew. I thought I was overthinking but it's been happening to me whole day now where I can not recall a name of person or thing I am talking about.
Is it normal ? Can someone help me understand how this is happening?
Answers (1)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Dr. Premshankar Gupta
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hi,
Sometimes it happens after a high grade fever but it is for a very short period of time also called as thought block but once patient recovers everything becomes normal again but to help you and make you understand I will give you more details.
Reversible conditions can be caused by a high grade fever, dehydration , vitamin deficiency and bad reactions to medicines, or a minor head injuries.
Tests of blood and urine may be done to help find any problems. There are also tests of mental abilities (tests of memory, problem solving). A brain imaging may help for curable disorder.
If the problem is serious, then a thorough physical, neurological, and psychiatric evaluation may be recommended.
Health Tips
Keep good hydration and take Crocin when fever is there.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.