Memory Loss

Memory loss is synonymous with aging. Together with all the other menopause symptoms, it can be depressing for women to suffer memory loss as it can affect their daily lives.

Getting forgetful on where we last put our things, not remembering friends’ names and birthdays can all be frustrating. Some women view memory loss to be associated with aging and do not want to acknowledge it as they are ready to face the fact. They just ignore this problem and learn to just accept it. However, it is something that needs to be addressed especially if it is a persistent problem.

For a quick fix before resorting to any treatment, women with memory loss issues can try to use memory aids to lessen the impact to their daily lives. The traditional way is by using pocket notes to store important information such as dates, appoints, names, contact and whatever deemed necessary not to forget.

Jotting down also helps in enhancing the brain to remember the information better. Use colors if possible as it greatly improve your memory. For the technology savvy, the use of digital products such personal digital assistant (PDA), mobile phones cum PDA are great companion in managing your daily activities. Setting reminders, assigning photo to contact details, jotting notes are just some basic but powerful features.

If you have spare time, fill it up with mind exercises. Crosswords and sudoku are two most additive games that require only pen and paper. It may be beneficial in keeping the brain to stay sharp and minimize memory loss.

Another beneficial type of activity is reading. Reading not only feed your brain with information but it also enhances your concentration span. The brain will be stimulated by your reading that in turn will make memory loss is less of a problem. To make it more effective, you can read suitable books to your children or grandchildren. Not only the brain will appreciate it, so does the children that makes leaves you an overall feel good feeling.

There are studies that suggest memory loss at menopause is a myth, at least during early menopause period. If you are in the perimenopause period but having memory difficulties, it may indicates other problem that is causing it and best for you to seek your doctor opinion.

If you are indeed suffering from memory loss, there are treatments available. For those having other major menopause symptoms, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help. Although it is not specifically prescribed to improve memory, alleviating the other symptoms such as hot flash, night sweats and depression will make your body more refreshed and energized helping the brain to think more effectively.

Common herbs that are prescribed to menopause symptoms sufferers are dong quai, black cohosh and gingseng. In addition, ginkgo biloba, rosemary and sage are particularly useful to minimize memory loss as these herbs can improve the blood supply to the brain for optimum mental functioning.

Remember to consult your doctor before deciding to take on any treatment for your memory loss.