Sly Saint
Senior Member (Voting Rights)
People with fibromyalgia or myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) experience a specific kind of cognitive dysfunction called fibro fog or brain fog. It involves:
Brain fog can have a tremendous impact on quality of life—as much as pain or fatigue. The effects of brain fog can be so significant that it can even be mistaken for ADHD or dementia.
- Short-term memory problems
- Difficulty concentrating or multi-tasking
- Trouble recalling words and names
This article explains ME/CFS and fibromyalgia brain fog, the mechanisms behind them, and how medications and other treatments can help clear the fog.
https://www.verywellhealth.com/brain-fibro-fog-causes-symptoms-possible-treatment-716014