Mnemonic for memory loss
M-VANISHED
Medications (Benzodiazepines)
Vascular events (Stroke)
Alzheimer's, Alcohol, Arrythmias
Normal pressure hydrocephalus
Increased intracranial pressure (tumor)
Subdural hematoma
Hypothyroidism, Hypertension, Hypoglycemia, Head injury
Emotional problems (Dementia)
Dementias (Picks, Lewy's body, Alzheimer, Senile..), Deficiency of Vitamin B12, Delirium, Drug abuse