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No, it is not genetic because Amnesia is usually caused by a blow to the head, stokes, brain inflammation, lack of adequate amount of oxygen to the brain, long-term alcohol abuse, tumors in areas of the brain that controls memory, degenerative brain disease, and ingestion of toxic substances that harm brain.

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Does Transient global amnesia cause nausea?

Transient global amnesia typically does not cause nausea. Its hallmark symptoms include sudden, temporary memory loss and disorientation, sometimes with repetitive questioning. Nausea is not considered a common symptom of transient global amnesia.


What is affected in the brain of people who have amnesia?

Amnesia typically affects the hippocampus, a region of the brain responsible for forming new memories. Damage to this area can result in an individual having difficulty creating new memories or retrieving old ones. Other brain regions involved in memory formation and storage may also be impacted depending on the underlying cause of the amnesia.


Disturbance in the memory marked by total or partial inability to recall past experiences is?

Amnesia is a disturbance in memory characterized by the total or partial inability to recall past experiences. It can occur due to various factors, including head injuries, neurological conditions, or psychological trauma.


How was amnisia discovered?

Amnesia was first recognized and studied by medical professionals in the mid-19th century. The condition was described as a loss of memory, either partial or complete, due to physical trauma or psychological factors. Studies over the years have deepened our understanding of different types of amnesia and their underlying causes.


What effect on memory does brain damage to the temporal lobe cause?

Damage to the temporal lobe can lead to impaired memory function, especially in formation of new memories (anterograde amnesia) and in retrieval of old memories (retrograde amnesia). It can also impact the ability to recognize faces or objects.