Written by Rita Kyurklyan
Perimenopause and brain fog
Have you ever walked into a room, forgotten why you were there, or drawn a blank mid-conversation? Felt like your head is stuck in the clouds and you can’t seem to think clearly? Chances are you are experiencing brain fog that’s caused by being in perimenopause or menopause.
Memory Impairment and Perimenopause
Common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause include hot flashes, insomnia, and mood swings. Many women don’t realize that it can affect their cognitive ability as well. Some women fear that brain fog could be the early onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s, when really it is just the transition into menopause causing you to feel unlike yourself.
Other Symptoms of Brain Fog
Other symptoms of brain fog include memory loss, lack of focus and concentration, and mental clarity. These symptoms can be seen in a variety of ways, for example, if you struggle to watch a movie because you can’t seem to follow what’s happening. If you’re not able to focus on tasks at work, experiencing forgetfulness even though you don’t mean to be, and even finding it hard to retain new and old information.
This is a normal experience with perimenopause and even during menopause which women don’t expect and often fear it is the onset of something worse.
Brain fog, much like all the other symptoms during perimenopause can come in varying strengths and even in waves. While it is a normal and common symptom of perimenopause there are certain signs to watch out for.
Seeking Help for Brain Fog
If you experience sudden memory that are accompanied by hallucinations, paranoia, or delusions, reach out to your provider for help.
Memory lapses due to perimenopause can put your safety at risk. These memory lapses can affect your driving, or forgetting to turn off the stove, again seek help from professional attention. If your symptoms affect your day-to-day life, reach out to a doctor to go over ways to reduce your symptoms.
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