[UglyDucky]

I suffer from Sjogren's Syndrome (autoimmune disease affecting moisture producing glands in the body - dry eyes, dry mouth, digestive issues, etc.), which also produces "brain fog." Brain fog typically presents as distraction, memory problems, starting but not finishing tasks, etc. I also suffer from depression stemming from childhood trauma and repressed memories.

My therapist is currently assessing me to learn whether I have a cognitive 'disorder' or if I experience cognitive symptoms on a more erratic basis. So, my question is: are the cognitive problems I have when I experience a flare of Sjogren's considered neurological in origin? Should I be posting on NeuoTalk?

Thanks, a bunch, if anyone has suggestions or thoughts.

[JustJenny]

Hi there. Several sources indicate that Sjogren's syndrome is linked to neurological and cognitive symptoms. Examples:

Validation of the brief cognitive symptoms index in Sjögren syndrome. - PubMed - NCBI

Frequent involvement of central nervous system in primary Sjögren syndrome. - PubMed - NCBI

[pearlys]

Hi
I suffer from huge brainfog that got worse over time. In my case it must be related ro depression, thats also what my therapist says. The term brainfog isnt very well known, at least not in my country. I have to explain this over and over again. Sometimes I think maybe it has another cause.
It is hard to tell if your brainfog is due to sjogrens disease or depression.
I dont know if they can see it with MRI scan or EEG.
Take care.

[Walking Man]

A neuropsychologist can test for cognitive issues related to neurological function. You take several hours of brain games. They can't test for everything, but they can tell you how you do, and isolate certain problems.