Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive disease of the central nervous system that is well known for its effects on a person’s ability to move. However, one of the lesser-known symptoms of MS is cognitive decline — sometimes known as cog fog or brain fog. The term “cognitive” refers to how your brain thinks, learns, remembers, and understands things.
As MS progresses, approximately 40 percent to 65 percent of people diagnosed with the condition will experience cognitive changes. Additionally, research suggests that cognitive dysfunction can occur earlier in the disease than health experts once thought. These challenges can affect a person’s ability to work, drive, socialize, and live daily life independently. Read full story here….