Mild Cognitive Impairment
Some forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging. However, some
people have more memory problems than other people their age. This
condition is called mild cognitive
impairment, or MCI. People with MCI can take care of
themselves and do their normal activities.
MCI memory problems may include:
- Losing things often
- Forgetting to go to events and appointments
- Having more trouble coming up with words than other people of
the same age
Your healthcare provider can do thinking, memory, and language
tests to see if you have MCI. He or she also may suggest that you
see a specialist for more tests. Because MCI may be an early sign
of Alzheimer's disease, it's really important to see your
healthcare provider every 6 to 12 months.
NIH: National Institute of Mental Health
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are currently experiencing an emergency, please dial 911 or go to
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