Brain Fog in Hypothyroidism: Understanding the Patient's Perspective.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Patient-centered studies have shown that several patients on thyroid hormone replacement therapy for hypothyroidism exhibit persistent symptoms, including "brain fog." Here, we aimed to determine which of these specific symptoms are associated with brain fog, identify patient-reported factors that modify these symptoms, and identify patient concerns related to brain fog not included in thyroid-specific questionnaires.

Methods

A survey on brain fog symptoms adapted from thyroid-specific patient-reported outcome was distributed online. Textual data analysis was performed to identify common areas of concern from open-ended survey responses.

Results

A total of 5170 participants reporting brain fog while being treated for hypothyroidism were included in the analy

SUBMITTER: Ettleson MD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8901556 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature