Mayo Clinic Q&A: “Brain fog” is a lingering condition for many COVID-19 long-haulers

Fatigue and whats being called "brain fog" are turning out to be some of the most common issues for long-hauler patients recovering from COVID-19. The National Institutes of Health calls these and other symptoms which can last for several months post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 or PASC. Those suffering from brain fog may experience short-term memory loss confusion difficulty concentrating or just feeling different than they did before they had COVID-19 even if it was a mild case of the infection. And Dr. Billie Schultz a Mayo Clinic physical medicine and rehabilitation expert says though older patients have these symptoms more often younger people are also showing up with brain fog. (Published 03/08/2021)