Memory and concentration problems
Cognitive issues can be experienced by patients with fibromyalgia. Cognitive problems are a common symptom of fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia affects working memory, episodic memory, daily attention, task switching and selective attention. According to one study, fibromyalgia can impair working, episodic and semantic memory, which is similar to aging by about 20 years. They have problems with memory, especially when their attention is diverted or the task is multifaceted. These patients’ cognitive symptoms may be worsened by depression, anxiety and sleep disorders, as well as endocrine problems or pain. There is no standard treatment. According to research, people with fibromyalgia have a three-fold increased vulnerability to cognitive problems including short-term memories loss. You should consult your doctor if you have any problems with cognition or memory loss. Things can get worse if treatment is delayed.
