| Risk Factors Mild cognitive impairment–amnestic type (MCI-AT)
is mild, repeated memory loss. It lies between the normal memory
loss of aging and the more serious conditions of Alzheimer’s
disease (AD) . MCI-AT only involves problems with memory.
Dementia and Alzheimer's involve loss of other cognitive
abilities, such as: - Making decisions - Problems with
confusion, language, and attention People with MCI-AT who are
over age 65 have a higher chance of developing dementia and
Alzheimer's. However, many people with MCI-AT never develop
these disorders. Some even return to normal. Areas of the Brain
Copyright © Nucleus Medical Media, Inc. The causes are not
clear. However, genetic factors may be a cause. These risk
factors increase your chance of developing MCI-AT. Tell your
doctor if you have any of these risk factors: - Age: 65 and
older - Family history of MCI-AT, dementia, or Alzheimer's
Medical conditions, such as high blood pressure , heart disease,
, head injury, - Being overmedicated Research also sugg