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Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Jan 28 9:18pm | Replies (28)
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I'm not sure this is the right place for this question, but...I have read that brain fog...feels like fuzzy brain to me...could be a symptom of thyroid issues. This started out months ago, but has gradually become a real issue with me. It is almost constant, every day, all day. As most of you know, the usual lab work says thyroid is 'normal'...and so many times it is NOT normal. Doctors just ignore what we tell them. This has become very challenging for me; just routine chores are difficult to focus on. I am 80, but I don't believe that is the reason. If anyone could help me get rid of the problem, it would be wonderful!
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Yes, low thyroid can cause “brain fog” as well as other conditions like autoimmune disorders and atherosclerosis in the brain, age related. Many drs accept TSH levels over 3 as normal when that can actually show hypothyroidism. I would get a copy of your lab results and see what your TSH, T3&4 levels are and if TSH is over 3, see an endocrinologist. Usually other symptoms are present as well such as fatigue, weakness, constipation, dry skin and hair, feeling cold to name a few.