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Loss of memory alertness due to stress
I am taking lot of stress, anxiety due to overthinking of past negative events and anxiety on what bad might occur in future... this fear and stress is maybe affecting my memory and alertness focus...
I forget what im doing, get lost in thoughts and make mistakes in small tasks...my gait has become slow and brain feels slow.
Is this due to stress and is it some permanent damage? How can I ever cured this
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Consult psychiatrist soon
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Consult superspecialist like psychiatrist
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Hi, stress and anxiety can cause exactly this kind of brain fog, memory lapses and slow feeling it's usually reversible, not permanent damage.
Feel free to consult for further guidance.
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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue.
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Get c.t. brain, vit b12, d3, cbc, done to exclude any medical cause for your symptoms and share results.
Consult a psychiatrist.
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What you are experiencing â forgetfulness, difficulty focusing, slow thinking, and getting lost in thoughts â is a very well-known effect of chronic stress and anxiety. When the mind is constantly occupied with worry and fear, it consumes mental resources that are needed for memory and alertness. The good news is that this is not permanent brain damage; the brain is highly adaptable and these symptoms do improve significantly once the underlying stress and anxiety are properly addressed through the right support.
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Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation and guidance on managing your anxiety and improving focus.
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You need to consult with psychiatrist physically because you need evaluation.
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Better to consult psychiatrist
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Avoid sugar rice potatoes
Fiber meal more
Green leafy vegetables more
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Needs ev
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