An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and increased forgetfulness. [ https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0736-9199 ]
Synonyms: Memory impairment Poor memory Memory problems Forgetfulness Memory loss
Term information
- UMLS:C0233794
- SNOMEDCT_US:55533009
- UMLS:C0751295
- SNOMEDCT_US:386807006
- UMLS:C0542476
Affected individuals tend to lose their train of thought in conversation, begin tasks but forget their intention while doing it, repeat things often during conversations, and have difficulties in tasks of daily living.