Fact 15: TGA Has No Impact on an Individual’s Life Expectancy
While transient global amnesia (TGA) can be a distressing and disconcerting experience, the good news is that it has no known impact on an individual’s life expectancy. This piece of information is invaluable to those who’ve experienced a TGA episode and their loved ones.
TGA is primarily a neurological event and does not affect the overall health of the heart, lungs, or other vital organs. As a result, there’s no scientific evidence to suggest that TGA episodes influence mortality rates or reduce life expectancy.
Despite the temporary memory loss and confusion experienced during a TGA episode, individuals can look forward to the same longevity as their peers. The episode doesn’t have any long-lasting effects on cognitive function or overall health, allowing the individual to return to normal life post-recovery.
