Anteroretrograde amnesia

Anteroretrograde amnesia (AAR) is a condition in which a person cannot remember events that happened before a certain point in time, but remembers events that happened after that point. This can be caused by various reasons, such as head injuries, strokes, anesthesia, epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease and other diseases.

Anterograde amnesia can occur either temporarily or permanently. If it is temporary, it usually goes away in a few days or weeks. If it is constant, it can be very serious and lead to serious problems in a person’s life.

Treatment for anteroretrograde amnesia may vary depending on the cause of its occurrence. In some cases, medication may be required; in others, surgery may be required. Psychotherapy techniques can also be used to restore memory.

It is important to understand that anterograde amnesia is a serious disease that can lead to serious consequences. Therefore, if you notice any symptoms of amnesia, you should immediately consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.



Anterograde amnesia is usually called a memory disorder when a person remembers previous events and the period after loss of consciousness, but does not remember the information at all. In simple words, amnesia is divided into two parts - retrograde, which concerns the past, and anterograde, which is the lack of connection with the future. Typically, this disorder occurs after a head injury, stroke, or other brain damage. Other causes may include anesthesia, an overdose of certain medications, severe stress and other factors accompanied by disorientation in space and time. Various drugs are prescribed for treatment, including calcium, B vitamins, glucose, nootropic drugs, as well as drugs to improve cerebral circulation, which is impaired due to disturbances in the functioning of cerebral vessels or problems with intracranial pressure. Symptoms are also eliminated. However, it is worth noting that the effect of the drugs