[Sam2]

I really don't know where to put this, so I'll start here.

In the past year, I've started to notice increasing short term memory loss. I'm fifty. The medications for my chronic pain can all do that, but I've been on them for years and this is relatively new.

Sometimes it takes five or six trips upstairs before I remember what I went there for. My friend sometimes tells me about recent events at our business that I have no memory of.

Does anyone know the general age that Alzheimers hits and how to tell if its happening? I have my doubts that is what is going on, but its crossed my mind and causes a little anxiety.

sam2

Chronic brain impairment is caused by meds and it is cumulative meaning it is possible even if you have been on them for years. It is often mistaken for Alzheimer's. That is not a diagnosis, I can't really do that. You should consult with a doctor.

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[Sam2]

Originally Posted by Michanne

Chronic brain impairment is caused by meds and it is cumulative meaning it is possible even if you have been on them for years. It is often mistaken for Alzheimer's. That is not a diagnosis, I can't really do that. You should consult with a doctor.

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I appreciate your answer. It more or less affirms some of my thoughts. I'm not worried enough to see a Dr. about it yet. Another good reason for people to stay away from recreational drug abuse. (My meds are prescription and used as directed, but the results are the same). Its too bad there isn't a way to help teens see and believe what could happen to them.

sam2

[Mickey4333]

Sam, To have Alzheimers, I pretty sure you need to have other type of symptoms with the memory loss. Here is a really good website for you:
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia | Alzheimer's Association

[roadracer]

It sounds like you might be talking about "brain fog" rather then a actual memory impairment. If you actually did forget the memory, then no amount of trips upstairs would recall why you went upstairs? Instead, maybe your attention might be a bit off causing you trouble recalling the memory. Brain fog is typically the first symptom of a endless list of different medical conditions... I would urge you to talk to a doctor!

[demonicAngel]

The average age i think is 60-65 but there are some(though rare)that develop early onset dementia/alzh as young as late 20's/early 30's