Warning Signs That You Are Unhealthy

Regular Mental Fog

Mental fog is a form of cognitive dysfunction that typically involves poor concentration, reduced mental clarity, difficulty with focusing, and issues with recalling information. For patients who experience regular mental fog, the symptoms may be severe enough to interfere with school and work. While some cases of mental fog could be caused by stress, insufficient sleep, medications, and hormonal changes, the symptom is also associated with certain medical conditions. For example, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and Sjogren's syndrome may all produce regular mental fog. In addition, patients who have depression, Alzheimer's disease, anemia, or hypothyroidism could experience a lack of mental clarity on a regular basis. Patients will need to have a physical exam, blood tests, and imaging studies to fully investigate mental fog. Depending on the underlying cause, treatment could include nutritional supplements (for anemia), hormonal medicines (for thyroid conditions), or corticosteroids (for autoimmune conditions). To increase mental clarity, doctors also recommend getting sufficient sleep, avoiding stress, and engaging in activities that stimulate the mind.