Today I experienced a memory loss. Couldn t remember getting a haircut, (could have been up to 30 minutes in time), yet I obviously got one. When I came home, called my trainer at the gym as I didn t remember paying him (this was before the haircut). Still, after 5 hours, cannot remember what I talked about or who was in the barbershop with me. What could be causing this memory lapse? Michael
Hello thanks for asking from ChatDoctorThe symptoms like impaired short term memory, forgetfulness in day to day tasks could occur due to a number of reasons. One reason that is possible is nutritional deficiency especially vitamin B12 deficiency. But memory loss is usually not severe. Early stage of dementia may present with forgetfulness of day to day tasks. It may present with impaired registration and recall of short term memory. Usually these symptoms occur in later age. I would advise you to consult a doctor if such symptoms persist and cause impairment in your daily functioning. Medicines like cognitive enhancers or cholinergic Chat Doctor.  Donepezil, Rivastigmine are commonly used. Paracetamol is also helpful in such symptoms. Visit a neuropsychiatric for details of treatment and for evaluation. Thanks, hope this helps you. Take Care