Other Medical Conditions
Brain fog can be associated with many other diseases, whether it is categorized as chronic or acute. Acute illnesses are medical conditions that develop in a short time and only last for days or a few weeks; then, the body recovers. Some of these go away on their own without OTC or prescription drugs. Acute ailments are often caused by viral infections, injuries from vehicular accidents, or misapplication of medicine prescribed by the health care professional.
Chronic diseases, on the other hand, are conditions that develop in the body slowly and progressively and may worsen in weeks, months, or even years. These are usually caused by unhealthy habits, poor nutrition, genetic or environmental factors, insufficient physical exercise, vitamin deficiency, and age. Opposite to acute conditions, chronic ailments cannot be cured but can only be controlled through medication. People diagnosed with conditions like multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, lupus, high blood pressure, fatigue, thyroid disorders, and other autoimmune diseases may experience forgetfulness, lack of mental clarity, confusion, and lightheadedness which are common manifestations of brain fog.
