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Edinburgh, UK
October 13, 2017
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Members responded with strong recognition to the question about speech problems during fibro fog, with many sharing that they struggle to find... Read more

Members responded with strong recognition to the question about speech problems during fibro fog, with many sharing that they struggle to find simple words mid-sentence, mix up words, or stutter in ways that feel embarrassing, especially at work. Several members described frightening moments, like forgetting a grandchild's name or getting stuck in a car unable to open the door, while others noted that chronic pain, fatigue, and medications like gabapentin may all contribute to the fog. A recurring theme was relief at not being alone in these experiences, with many feeling they were 'losing their mind' until finding this community.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I get words mixed up, forget the most simple words and often forget what I am even talking about mid sentence x

October 13, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, I forget words, studder, n just sound illiterate. Its embarrassing!

October 13, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes! The first time that it happened to me I thought I was going crazy, I was so scared! The words would come out wrong I would stutter and sputter. What was more distressing, when I couldn't remember something. I've forgotten my daughter's address, my grandson's name, I got lost in familiar territory!
I know, I went beyond the question.

October 13, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I forget the simplest of words which is most embarrassing when I am training others at work....

October 13, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

its like my brain just.....STOPS. and for the life of me i cant remember what in heavens name i am talking about,and l lose words,can be talking away and all of a sudden theres no word recall....

October 16, 2017

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