Foggy, help

[Lindsey14]

What causes this foggy feeling? I think maybe stress or anxiety but im not sure

[Ashfaren]

How would u describe this brain fog? Give an example for better understanding.

[Lindsey14 in reply to Ashfaren]

Like its just space in my head, or its just air. If that makes sense

[Ashfaren in reply to Lindsey14]

Like Chellybean18 's case ?

[Lindsey14 in reply to Ashfaren]

Yes

[Chellybean18]

My brain fog is like I can't concentrate or remember well...it physically hurts to think and everything seems overwhelming to my brain. My psychiatrist says its caused by an exhausted brain. The brain can get tired from too much anxiety and over thinking and stress.

[Lindsey14 in reply to Chellybean18]

I do all of that

[Chellybean18 in reply to Lindsey14]

Me too..we have to calm our brains down. Do you do therapy or take meds?

[Lindsey14 in reply to Chellybean18]

I have meds but they dont help much

[Chellybean18 in reply to Lindsey14]

How long have you been on them?

[Ashfaren in reply to Chellybean18]

Same here 😑. Is it present everytime ?

[Finglas-Boy]

Could it be meds caused, Lindsey? Much of my fog is a side effect of anticonvulsants, exacerbated whenever I suffer a seizure.

[Lindsey14 in reply to Finglas-Boy]

Meds I dunno

[TriggerPoint]

“Brain fog” isn’t a medical condition. It’s a term used for certain symptoms that can affect your ability to think. You may feel confused or disorganized or find it hard to focus or put your thoughts into words.

Pregnancy

Many women find it’s harder to remember things during pregnancy. Carrying a baby can change your body in lots of ways, and chemicals released to protect and nourish your baby may bring on memory problems.

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

This disease affects your central nervous system and can change the way your brain “talks” to the rest of your body. About half the people who have MS have issues with memory, attention, planning, or language. Learning and memory exercises can help, and a therapist can give you new ways to handle the tasks you have trouble with.

Medication

Some kinds of drugs -- over-the-counter and prescribed -- can cause brain fog. If you take medicine and notice that your thinking isn’t as clear as it should be or you suddenly can’t remember things, call your doctor. Be sure to let him know all the medications you take.

Cancer Treatment

Chemotherapy -- a treatment for cancer that uses strong drugs -- can lead to what’s sometimes called “chemo brain.” You may have trouble remembering details like names or dates, have a hard time multi-tasking, or take longer to finish things. It usually goes away fairly quickly, but some people can be affected for a long time after treatment.

Menopause

Women may find it harder to learn or remember things when they reach this stage of life. It happens about a year after their last period, usually around age 50. Along with brain fog, they also may have hot flashes -- sudden sweating with a higher heart rate and body temperature -- and other body changes. Hormone supplements and other types of medication may help.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

With this condition, your body and mind are tired for a long time. You may feel confused, forgetful, and unable to focus. There’s no known cure for CFS, but medication, exercise, and talk therapy may help.

Depression

You may not remember things well or be able to think through problems easily. It’s hard to know if this is linked to the loss of energy and motivation that comes with depression, or if depression affects your brain in a way that causes the fog. Treatment for your depression, which includes medication and talk therapy, should help get you back on track.

Sleep

You need sleep to help your brain work the way it should, but too much can make you feel foggy, too. Aim for 7 to 9 hours. To get good rest at bedtime, you may want to avoid caffeine and alcohol after lunch and keep the computer and smartphone out of your bedroom. It also can help to get to bed and wake up at the same time every day.

Lupus

This long-term disease causes your immune system to attack your body, and the symptoms can be different in different cases. About half the people with lupus have problems with memory, confusion, or trouble concentrating. There’s no cure, but medication and talking with a therapist can help.