Memory impairment
An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and increased forgetfulness.
Also called: Amnesia, Forgetfulness, Memory impairment, Memory loss, Memory problems, Poor memory.
Conditions associated with memory impairment
The following conditions have been associated with memory impairment in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
17q11 microdeletion syndrome
17q11 microdeletion syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acquired aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage
Acquired aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Acute intermittent porphyria
Acute intermittent porphyria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adiposis dolorosa
Adiposis dolorosa is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alzheimer Disease
A progressive neurodegenerative disease and the most common cause of dementia, causing memory loss and cogniti...
Arachnoid cyst
Arachnoid cyst is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Y is a medical condition that may be associated with vari...
Autosomal dominant spastic paraplegia type 9A
Autosomal dominant spastic paraplegia type 9A is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated wi...
Behçet disease
Behçet disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bilateral striopallidodentate calcinosis
Bilateral striopallidodentate calcinosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy-subcortical infarcts-leukoencephalopathy
Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy-subcortical infarcts-leukoencephalopathy is a medical condition that ...
Citrullinemia type II
Citrullinemia type II is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Combined malonic and methylmalonic acidemia
Combined malonic and methylmalonic acidemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Crigler-Najjar syndrome
Crigler-Najjar syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cushing disease
Cushing disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cushing syndrome due to bilateral macronodular adrenocortical disease
Cushing syndrome due to bilateral macronodular adrenocortical disease is a medical condition that may be assoc...
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Cysticercosis
Cysticercosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Epilepsy
A neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Management focuses on seizure control...
Familial colorectal cancer Type X
Familial colorectal cancer Type X is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Full NF2-related schwannomatosis
Full NF2-related schwannomatosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Glioblastoma
Glioblastoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Huntington disease
Huntington disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hypothyroidism
A condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone, slowing metabolism and affecti...
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Landau-Kleffner syndrome
Landau-Kleffner syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lead poisoning
Lead poisoning is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lynch syndrome
Lynch syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
MELAS
MELAS is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Marchiafava-Bignami disease
Marchiafava-Bignami disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Meningioma
Meningioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Metachromatic leukodystrophy, adult form
Metachromatic leukodystrophy, adult form is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Mitochondrial complex IV deficiency, nuclear type 2
Mitochondrial complex IV deficiency, nuclear type 2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various...
Morgagni-Stewart-Morel syndrome
Morgagni-Stewart-Morel syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
NMDA receptor encephalitis
NMDA receptor encephalitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Rasmussen subacute encephalitis
Rasmussen subacute encephalitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Retinal vasculopathy with cerebral leukoencephalopathy and systemic manifestations
Retinal vasculopathy with cerebral leukoencephalopathy and systemic manifestations is a medical condition that...
Tests providers may use to investigate memory impairment
When investigating memory impairment, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Folate
Measures folate levels to help evaluate anemia and pregnancy health....
Folic Acid Lab Test - B12 Deficiency Test
This test is used to measure vitamin B12 & folic acid levels. Vitamin B12 & Folic Acid (Folate) both play key ...
Free T4
Measures the active form of thyroxine to help evaluate thyroid function....
Homocysteine Levels Test
The homocysteine blood test is used to help determine heart disease, heart attack or stroke risks. If also can...
Iodine Urine Test, 24-Hour
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Lipid Panel
Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk....
Selenium Blood Test
This blood test is used to monitor industrial exposure to selenium or to determine a selenium deficiency. Sele...
Thyroid Panel
Comprehensive thyroid testing including TSH, free T4, and free T3....
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)
Detects antibodies associated with autoimmune thyroid disease....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside memory impairment
Balance Problems
Difficulty with balance or coordination, which can be related to inner ear, neurological, or musculoskeletal c...
Cold Intolerance
Feeling unusually sensitive to cold temperatures, which can be a sign of a slow metabolism such as hypothyroid...
Pale Skin
Unusually light or pale skin that can be a sign of anemia, reduced blood flow, or low blood pressure....
Poor Judgment
Impaired decision-making, which can be a sign of cognitive decline....
Slow Heart Rate
A resting heart rate below 60 beats per minute, which can be normal in athletes or a sign of an electrical or ...
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if memory impairment is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom memory impairment mean?
Memory impairment is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and increased forgetfulness.
Which conditions are associated with memory impairment?
Memory impairment has been reported in association with 59 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 17q11 microdeletion syndrome, Acquired aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, Acute intermittent porphyria, Adiposis dolorosa, Alzheimer Disease. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about memory impairment?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.