For many living with multiple sclerosis, the focus often falls on physical symptoms like fatigue, mobility challenges, or pain. But there’s another side that isn’t always talked about as openly: when MS affects how your cognitive abilities work. 🧠
Some people call it “cog fog,” “MS brain,” or simply feeling slower, when words don’t come as quickly, names slip, logic feels fuzzy, or tasks that used to be simple suddenly feel overwhelming. It’s not about losing intelligence, but about feeling like the sharp, confident version of yourself isn’t always there any more.
And it can feel isolating, especially when others don’t see those changes.
Have you experienced cognitive changes or brain fog with MS?
How do you cope emotionally with feeling ‘not quite like yourself’?
What helps you manage brain fog day to day, whether it’s humour, tools, or support from loved ones?
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Hi everyone, how are you holding up today?
For many living with multiple sclerosis, the focus often falls on physical symptoms like fatigue, mobility challenges, or pain. But there’s another side that isn’t always talked about as openly: when MS affects how your cognitive abilities work. 🧠
Some people call it “cog fog,” “MS brain,” or simply feeling slower, when words don’t come as quickly, names slip, logic feels fuzzy, or tasks that used to be simple suddenly feel overwhelming. It’s not about losing intelligence, but about feeling like the sharp, confident version of yourself isn’t always there any more.
And it can feel isolating, especially when others don’t see those changes.
Have you experienced cognitive changes or brain fog with MS?
How do you cope emotionally with feeling ‘not quite like yourself’?
What helps you manage brain fog day to day, whether it’s humour, tools, or support from loved ones?
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