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July 22, 2025
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Wow, thanks for this information

July 22, 2025
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Brain fog is a symptom of inflammation in the brain. You might also have spots show up on a brain MRI that look similar to MS.

July 22, 2025
MySpondylitisTeam

Brain fog is indeed a real symptom that affects many people with spondylitis - you're not alone! It can cause difficulties with finding the right words, memory issues, and mental sluggishness. This happens because inflammation from spondylitis may affect the brain and prevent it from reaching full alertness.

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Brain fog is indeed a real symptom that affects many people with spondylitis - you're not alone! It can cause difficulties with finding the right words, memory issues, and mental sluggishness. This happens because inflammation from spondylitis may affect the brain and prevent it from reaching full alertness.

Many MySpondylitisTeam members share similar experiences with mixing up words and names. It's a common and understandable concern, but it's typically related to your condition rather than a more serious cognitive issue. Several factors can contribute to brain fog in spondylitis:

• Chronic inflammation
• Poor sleep quality due to pain
• Medication side effects
• Fatigue from managing chronic pain
• Stress and anxiety

Managing these underlying factors through good sleep habits, pain management, and working with your healthcare team can help minimize brain fog symptoms.

July 22, 2025

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