Occasional forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging, but memory changes that disrupt daily life deserve medical attention. The key difference is not simply how often someone forgets. It is whether the change is getting worse, affecting familiar tasks, creating safety risks, or interfering with independence.
If your doctor has recommended a memory assessment, or you have been thinking about scheduling one, you probably want to know what the appointment will actually involve.
At Atlanta Neuroscience Institute, board-certified neurologists provide memory evaluations to help you understand what is causing your symptoms. Knowing what to expect can make the appointment feel less intimidating.
A transient ischemic attack (TIA), often incorrectly called a “mini-stroke,” is a temporary interruption of blood flow to part of the brain. While symptoms may resolve within minutes or hours, a TIA should never be ignored. It is often a warning sign that a future stroke may occur and requires immediate medical evaluation to identify underlying risk factors and help prevent more serious neurological events.