Memory loss and concentration, I never read anything about memory loss and concentration problems.
I have really bad memory loss and concentration problems. I went from having a great memory to forgetting almost everything. I have a really hard time concentrating on normal daily activities. And trying to learn something new is very difficult.
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TXMom23 commented
My husband has memory loss, skin rashes, chronic respiratory issues, headaches, fatigue and more. But, I am hesitant to file a VA claim for him (he's in a memory care home at 59 years old), because they say they go back and look at ALL his disabilities and could deny some they have previously recognized. He's at 70% disability, but if he could get that extra 30% for the Concurrent Retirement Disability Pay eligibility, it would really help with paying for his care.
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Angel Warrior 07 commented
Memory loss, concentration, and noise and distractions are major problems. It's hard to get things done. The VA sent me to a nuerologist and they did this little test and then said I had no memory problem. The tests they do do not fit what we are experiencing. We do have problems! Sometimes it feels like you are just out there floating through space waiting to land. Another issue is when you go see a doctor you have so many issues you have to write them down because you can't remember things. It is important they be written down. However, some doctors seem to take it personal when you mention GWI and bring your list. One specialist, a neuropsychologist, didn't want my paper listing everything. Her final report was not correct. So how do we win getting disability for our health issues with doctors like that. I submitted a correction and gave it to my normal doctor and had it added to my file at the VA. But who wins in a situation like that when the regional offices look at what the doctor writes and it is the bible? It is not right. I think all the gulf war vets should make their lists and take it to their doctors and they should put it in their file and on the computer. Better yet, we should be able to send it to the via email and have them cut and paste and put it on our computer file. Then there is record of it.
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Anonymous commented
I too have memory loss and concentration problems. ive been selected to attend a combat ptsd program for help with my issues. Hopefully i can get service connected for my issues.
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Sean commented
I also agree with chris82nd..I thought I was the only one.
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Sean commented
Thank You.
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linda eberhart commented
me to . tremors, jerking , I was finally diagnosed with multiple sclerosis
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Schoppe commented
I can totally relate and understand the things each of you are saying here. I have terrible problems with my memeory. I can watch a movie and immediately after it has ended I don't remember a thing about it. My worst as scariest situation was that I forgot where my daughters preschool was that I had to go pick her up from as usual everyday and drove around in my town lost. I have trouble remembering my own address and if I go anywhere I have to go with someone because of my inability to remember what I am doing or where I am at for whatever reason. I have multiple personality disorder along with my ptsd so there are days and weeks that I can't even recall because I don't know who I am or was during those time periods. Oh, and the anxiety and panick attacks in public places is just a common thing in my life. I have so much physical pains on top of all the depression and stress that at times I can't even walk myself to the restroom that is adjacent to my bedroom due rto my fibromyalgia, and the injuries I have sustained from an incident in which I hung myself causing torn ligaments in my neck shoulder and back.. Life has become so difficult for me outside of my home that I just don't go out unless I absolutely have to. I have resorted to self infliction of pain to deal with the stress that I can't seem to cope with and have been hospitalized on many occasion for suicide attempts on my own life that I struggle and fight for on a day to day basis to stay alive. I see and hear the dead and they follow me everywhere and keep me company in my home. I am used to them and have no fear of them for they have been with me so long now that it is the norm for me. Yeusthe other day I get a letter from the va after I think 10-15 years telling me that they have to schedule me for a evaluation of my disabilities to see if I am still totally and permanently disabled. Hell, I can't even begin to tell you the distress that has caused me. I can't believe they would dare to do something like this to me now with all that I suffer through on a daily basis. Everyday is a challenge to not cave in to the promise of a death that would end my pain here on earth, yet they want to evaluate me to see if I should have my benifits at the level they are or decreased. Are you kidding me???? I am at such a loss as to why they would do this at the va and they are supposed to be for the veterans. I couldn't tell you what I did today or the day before and I know that I just don't function around people. I am always paranoid and I know that I have damn good reason to be, considering all that I went through in my service to this country. I would never change the fact that I served my country and they should never shange that fact that they need to take care of me and the otheres who laid their life down for them and our country and now need them to be there for us. Why are they ( the VA) doing this to me? Is it due to the economic struggles that our country is facing right now that they have to find ways to cut off people from recieving benefits to help with budgeting. they really should look somewhere else, like to themselves for their excessive spending and cut their own salaries and fringe benifits in the congress and senate and etc. and not to those of us who fought for the beautiful country , the land of the free that we live, love and, cherish with respect and honor for.
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Anonymous commented
I was deployed to the Gulf war and took part in the liberation of Kuwait as a member of Task Force Papa Bear. Prior to our engagement we were subjected to numerous anti chemical and biologigal agent innoculations. During combat operations, I witnessed and participated in actions carried out to secure our victory in Operation Desert storm. 20 years later, after struggling with PTSD, my mind is numb. I dropped out of Law school, tried to do earn a Master's Degree, but dropped out as well. I can't remember most of what a read. Before my experience, I was sharp as a tack. My asvab score is 110. So I am not a dummy. I am making the claim that there is a connection between the shots we were given, my combat experience and the sorry state I find myself in most of the time.
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Michelle commented
Yes, this has gotten worse for me the last few years. So bad that when I am work (STILL waiting on VA claim!). I actually forget what I am going down the hall to get, drive past my location(s), forget what I am doing in the store. BUT, since I remembered the order of something the VA Examiner told me (three items) from 5 minutes prior, there is NOTHING wrong with my brain/memory/thoughts. Hogwash and very scary some days.
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chris82nd commented
while driving I feel lost.forget where I am,and where I am going.
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Shaun Orris commented
I had to have someone , again , come and get my keys out of my locked car. Memory problems indeed.