Memory loss

2021-02-06 16:58:11
Hi my grandmother is 86 and she had bp and taking tablets for that and she was doing good so far, but recently she is talking things from the past or imagining a situation (eg- suddenly says tomorrow is diwali get ready). She can't remember whether she ate or not. She is weak to vist hospital please suggest who should I reach out which type of doctor can help me in treating my grandmother.
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Looks like dementia. Need to consult a Neurologist for assessment and investigations like TSH and MRI brain.

Answered2021-02-07 04:21:12

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