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15 possible causes of 'Disorientation'

1. Disorientation
Disorientation, the lack of being able to correctly identify oneself, one's location, or the date and time, i...

Symptoms:

  • Disorientation
2. Partial Seizures
The human brain operates by conducting electrical signals through neurons (nerve cells). A seizure occurs whe...

Symptoms:

  • Diaphoresis
  • Hard to awaken
  • Flushed complexion
  • Moist skin
  • Disorientation
3. Dementia Overview
Dementia is a loss of brain function caused by certain diseases. Alzheimer's, Lewy Body & vascular dementia -...

Symptoms:

  • Early awakening
  • Depressed mood
  • Difficulty falling asleep
  • Difficulty staying asleep
  • Disorientation
4. What is Alzheimer's Disease?
Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common cause of dementia, is a progressive brain disorder. Learn about the...

Symptoms:

  • Delusions
  • Social withdrawal
  • Memory loss
  • Gait abnormality
  • Disorientation
5. Insomnia Concerns
According to the National Institutes of Health, insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects nearly 60 million A...

Symptoms:

  • Restless sleep
  • General weakness
  • Racing thoughts
  • Worried
  • Disorientation
6. Delirium
Delirium is an abrupt change in the brain that causes mental confusion and emotional disruption. It makes it ...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Depression
  • Unable to think clearly
  • Incoherent speech
  • Aimless movement
  • Disorientation
7. Meningitis
Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges. This is the membrane that covers the brain and spinal cord. Me...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Loss of appetite
  • Bilateral hearing loss
  • Drowsiness
  • Disorientation
  • Forgetful
8. Encephalitis
Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain tissue. Most cases are caused by viral infections. In rare cases it...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Stuffy nose
  • Poor long term memory
  • Bulging fontanelle
  • Poor short-term memory
  • Disorientation
9. Dissection of the Aorta
The aorta is a large artery that carries blood out of your heart. If you experience a dissection of the aorta...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Loss of appetite
  • Yawning, excessive
  • Abdominal pain radiating to the back
  • Mobility limitation
  • Disorientation
10. Head Injury
Injuries to your brain, skull, or scalp are all types of head injury. A head injury may be mild or severe dep...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Facial bruising
  • Impulsivity
  • Bleeding eye
  • Paralysis of extremities
  • Disorientation
This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose.
Please consult a healthcare professional if you have health concerns.
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