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What causes lethargy,loss of memory and confusion after a brain surgery?
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I m trying to research for my brother; he had brain surgery 3 years ago.for water on the brain and was given a brain shunt which is in to help drain; He is 45, he recently (past 6 months) has become forgetful, lethargic at times, nervous at times, repeating himself, confused at time and has a sudden change in personality; he s behaving innappropriate with women and my sister in law is upset. He told me he thinks he is going crazy. He says he doesn t know why he s acting this way. We are worried.
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Dear User,Thanks for using health care magic.There are two possibilities in your brother1. Subdural hematoma- in this there is collection of blood between covering layers of brain and patient can present with symptoms that you described.2.Fronto temporal dementia- This kind of dementia occur early (You need to talk to your neurologist or neurosurgeon as the damage once caused is irreversible after a certain period. He will probably ask for a CT/MRI brain and will conduct neurological examination to find out the cause.'Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help".Thanks