Symptoms Linked To Porphyria

Confusion Or Disorientation

Acute porphyria causes a number of neurological symptoms. It's common for patients to experience mental changes like confusion or disorientation. There may also be anxiety, paranoia, or hallucinations. Sometimes differentiating neurological conditions from mental health conditions can be difficult, especially when the neurological issues mimic the symptoms of disorders like schizophrenia. The confusion and disorientation may present similarly to dementia and other memory-related illnesses. Patients may become confused about where they are, who others are, or what the general time is. The confusion and disorientation may come and go in episodes. Since disorientation and confusion are signs of potentially serious brain issues, it's important to have them evaluated by a physician as soon as possible.