Disorientation

(Confusion, Dizziness, Foggy thinking, Lack of orientation, Mental disorientation, Mental unsteadiness, Muddled thinking, Perplexity, Uncertainty, Unclear thinking, Unfamiliarity, Unsteadiness)

Disorientation is a symptom in which a person has difficulty orienting themselves in time, place, or person. It can manifest as confusion, difficulty concentrating, or difficulty remembering. It may develop suddenly or gradually, depending on the underlying cause. Common causes include medication side effects, head trauma, stroke, and dementia. Symptoms may include confusion, disorganized thinking, difficulty speaking, and difficulty understanding conversations.

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20 diseases may cause the symptom disorientation
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Age: 8 to 100
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Equally Common in Men and Women