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Why does short term memory loss happen?
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My short term memory loss has escalated recently. For example, I call my boss and he does not answer because he is with a customer. 5 minutes later he calls me back and asks what i need. I cannot remember why I called him. I take pramipexol for RLS, Tylenol 3 w/ Codeine for lower back pain and Aleve for muscle sorriness. What is happening with my memory loss?
gpt
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Short-term memory loss can occur due to a spectrum of conditions like stress, depression, early dementia, medications, etc. Of the medications you are taking codeine can cause short-term memory loss. So, please be advised to discontinue codeine and follow up with your primary provider for thorough evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal