12. A Clean Bill of Health: TGA’s Lack of Associated Health Risks
One reassuring aspect of Transient Global Amnesia is that it doesn’t appear to be linked to increased risks of other neurological conditions. This fact separates it from other memory disorders that may be indicative of underlying issues or lead to other neurological problems down the line.
The majority of TGA cases don’t stem from an identifiable brain disease or injury. People who’ve experienced TGA don’t seem to be at a higher risk for conditions such as stroke, dementia, or epilepsy. This fact is somewhat reassuring for those who have gone through a TGA episode and their loved ones.
The absence of associated health risks doesn’t make TGA any less perplexing, though. Indeed, it adds another layer to the enigma that is TGA. How can a disorder with such an intense manifestation leave virtually no trace or cause no long-term health consequences?
However, even though TGA isn’t linked to other neurological conditions, anyone who has had a TGA episode should stay in regular contact with their healthcare provider. It’s always better to keep a close eye on one’s health, especially after experiencing such an unusual event.
The lack of health risks associated with TGA doesn’t diminish the necessity of understanding it better. The drive to learn more about this condition persists not out of concern for potential health risks but out of the curiosity that this medical mystery arouses. (12)
