One of the sequelae that coronavirus infected people are complaining regarding is ‘Brain Fog’.
Brain fog is a symptom in which the head is dazed, unable to concentrate on work, and the thoughts are not clear and clouded as if a fog is in the head.
Brain fog is a type of cognitive dysfunction that, when severe, can lead to adult attention deficit disorder (ADHD), anemia, and early-onset dementia.
The American health media WEBMD introduced the causes of brain fog.
① Pregnancy
Many women complain of memory loss during pregnancy. During pregnancy, a woman’s body releases various hormones to protect and nourish the child, which can cause memory problems.
② Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic neuroimmune disease that occurs in the central nervous system, including the brain, spine, and optic nerve.
Although the cause is unknown, it is thought that the myelin sheath, the precursor material that surrounds nerve cells, is damaged and the transmission of nerve impulses from the brain to the body is disrupted. About half of patients with multiple sclerosis have memory, attention, planning, or speech known to have problems with
③ Drugs
Some over-the-counter medications are said to cause brain fog.
It is best to see a doctor right away if you are not sure of your thoughts following taking the medicine, or if symptoms suddenly appear that you cannot remember.
Sensitivity to some chemicals, both natural and man-made, in the drug can cause brain fog.
④ Cancer, chemotherapy
Drugs used to treat cancer are very strong. Getting chemotherapy can cause problems remembering details like names and dates, and you can have trouble performing multiple tasks. Or, if the cancer has affected the brain, the cancer itself can cause brain fog. may cause
⑤ menopause
Menopause (menopause), which is experienced by all women. It usually occurs around the age of 50 and is considered menopause regarding one year following the last menstruation.
During this menopause, brain fog and other body changes such as hot flashes can occur. Medications such as hormone supplements can help.
⑥ Chronic fatigue syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a condition in which the body and mind are tired for a long time, unable to concentrate on work, confused, and accompanied by forgetfulness.
⑦ Depression
Symptoms of depression may include insomnia, headache, low energy, lethargy, frequent mood swings, and forgetfulness. Brain fog is difficult to distinguish from symptoms of depression or dementia, so a doctor must be consulted.
⑧ Lack of sleep
The most important thing for the brain to work properly is ‘sleep’. However, you should aim for 7 to 9 hours of sleep, as sleeping too much can make you feel hazy.
Sleep-related disorders such as apnea, insomnia, and narcolepsy can cause brain fog.
⑨ Lupus (lupus)
Lupus is one of the tuberculosis skin diseases, and it mainly occurs symmetrically on the left and right sides of the face, especially the nose. The disease causes the immune system to attack the body, and half of the patients report problems with memory, confusion and concentration.