What are the manifestations of intermittent amnesia?
Disease description:
My friend often forgets things but sometimes remembers them. Some people say that this kind of situation might be intermittent amnesia. May I ask what are the manifestations of intermittent amnesia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
The manifestations of intermittent amnesia mainly include the following aspects:
1. Memory problems: Patients may suddenly be unable to recall events that occurred during a certain period, or may easily forget important matters within a specific timeframe. This memory loss may be intermittent, fluctuating between improvement and worsening, and can jeopardize the patient's normal life when severe.
2. Consciousness and perception disturbances: Patients may experience confusion, drowsiness, or dulled awareness, accompanied by delayed reactions and a fixed, staring gaze. Additionally, they may exhibit physiological responses such as cold sensations, palpitations, and excessive sweating.
3. Emotional and behavioral changes: Some patients, after experiencing mental stress, may display mild self-harming behaviors or demonstrate emotional instability, agitation, and uncooperativeness. Furthermore, they may repetitively and rigidly perform the same actions without self-control.
4. Decline in social functioning: As the condition progresses, patients may gradually experience diminished social capabilities and reduced work efficiency. They may become unable to fulfill normal work and daily living responsibilities, requiring assistance from family members and society.
