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@andrehab, can HE damage the brain so that certain memories (though known) cannot be stated? Is there any way to recover or treat this type of deficiency? Since my episode of HE I have recovered much of my verbal communication skills, yet my speech is slower and at times I cannot come up with the word I want to use. My PCP dismisses this as aging, but I am sure it has more to do with the episode of HE. Can you help me find resources to research, identify and possibly treat my situation? Thank you for any help you can provide.
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@2011panc. This is Marield65. What does HE stand for. Thanks. Marield65
@marield65 Hepatic encephalopathy in this case.
@katherinejhe, Kate. This is Marie Devlin. Thank you for answering my question. Marield65, Marie Now I know what HE. Is.
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@2011panc There is research out there to support that memory issues could be related to hepatic encephalopathy (HE). It is common to hear that these memory issues are often interpreted as "aging" when in reality the difficulty may stem directly from previous serious or critical illnesses. You may find more directed answers from a gastroenterologist or a provider who specializes in the liver. Many times the recommendation will be to focus on prevention of recurrence of the hepatic encephalopathy through diet, medications, etc. Other times, working with an occupational or speech therapist may be suggested to focus more directly on memory issues. Do you have a provider that you see specifically for this issue?