[52F] Experiencing progressive confusion, vision and hearing impairment

What might be happening

Based on the information you've provided, the following conditions could be causing your symptoms:

• Brain tumor: This is a mass or growth of abnormal cells in your brain. Many different types of brain tumors exist. Some brain tumors are noncancerous (benign), and some brain tumors are cancerous (malignant). Brain tumors can begin in your brain (primary brain tumors), or cancer can begin in other parts of your body and spread to your brain (secondary, or metastatic brain tumors). Symptoms can include new or progressively worsening headache, unexplained nausea or vomiting, vision problems, such as blurred vision, double vision or loss of peripheral vision, gradual loss of sensation or movement in an arm or a leg, difficulty with balance, speech difficulties, and, in some cases, seizures.

  • Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted drug therapy, and rehabilitation (physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy).

• Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis): This is the loss of hearing that gradually occurs in most of us as we grow older. It is one of the most common conditions affecting older and elderly adults. One in three people in the United States between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss, and nearly half of those older than 75 have difficulty hearing.

  • Treatment options include hearing aids, cochlear implants, and assistive devices, such as phone amplifiers or technology that converts speech into text.

• Tinnitus: This is the perception of noise or ringing in the ears. A common problem, tinnitus affects about 15 to 20 percent of people. Tinnitus isn't a condition itself — it's a symptom of an underlying condition, such as age-related hearing loss, ear injury or a circulatory system disorder.

  • Treatment options include noise suppression and medications.

Please remember that this is not a definitive diagnosis. You should consult with a healthcare provider for a formal diagnosis and treatment options.

What you can do

1. Schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to discuss your symptoms.
2. Keep a journal of your symptoms, noting when they occur, how long they last, and any potential triggers.
3. Try to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate sleep, to help manage your symptoms.

What you should look out for

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Sudden, severe headache or other sudden symptoms such as vomiting, dizziness, seizures, or loss of consciousness.
• Changes in behavior, mood, or personality.
• Difficulty walking or speaking.
• Changes in vision, such as double vision or loss of vision.
• New or worsening symptoms.

Remember, I am an AI and this advice is based on the information you provided. Always consult with a healthcare provider for a formal diagnosis and treatment options.