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"Memory loss is not a common symptom of fibromyalgia but it has been reported."
This is the comment I responded to, before I realized there was a discussion area (new to Answers.com). I wish I could cut/paste that comment into this area, but I will have to try for a summery. Lets talk about this!
As an FMS sufferer for 10 years, I completely disagree with the notion that FMS does not commonly cause memory loss. I believe there is a stigma associated with being an FMS patient, and some people tend to hide having it, or its symptoms, especially if they are still in the work force. I was - for 5 years after being diagnosed, and I will tell you, it became more and more difficult to recall things I have known for many years, things I was known to be expert at!
My other comment was that many friends and associates with FMS all agree to the memory loss symptom, but to varying degrees. I believe and have proven to myself that exercising the brain is the smartest thing you can do, with or without FMS. Crossword puzzles have proven to stimulate brain cell growth or activity, reading, learning a new language, etc. So, it IS, but it doesn't HAVE to be, is my belief. Comments?
What else can I help you with?
Is it true that fibromyalgia can cause brain tissue loss?
No. At this time there has been no connection between Fibromyalgia and brain tissue loss. The symptoms of Fibromyalgia often overlap the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis, which does typically show brain tissue loss.
Can loss of consciousness lead to loss of memory?
It depends upon whether they hit their head or not. A bump to the head can cause memory loss. Another cause of memory loss is stress or anxiety.
Does Topomax cause memory loss?
What?
Can severe blood loss cause memory loss?
It can cause confusion in the short term. But it would not cause long term memory loss, unless there was some type of brain damage.
Can menopause cause memory loss?
Here you are more likely to suffer from mood swings then loss of memory.
What ailment is discribed as the loss of ones memory?
Amnesia, but Dementia and Alzheimer's also cause loss of memory.
What is the cause of loss of memory?
One of them is earwax.
Does pristiq cause memory loss?
yes
What can cause memory loss and confusion?
alzheimers
Do moth ball fumes cause memory loss?
Moth ball fumes do not cause memory loss, but they have been reported to cause dazedness, erratic behavior, and other odd symptoms.
Does fast food cause memory loss?
yes
Does oxygen deprivation cause memory loss?
Yes
