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Have unspecified category of ctd. prior to a flare, get lightheaded & brain fog so bad i can't think straight;easily confused.is this common in ctd?why

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Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - rheumatology

Must ? the cause: These symptoms are common complaints with ctd, but they are also common complaints with fibromyalgia. There are many contributing factors such as anxiety, depression, sleep deprivation or non-refreshing sleep, and medication side effects. You probably need to speak to your doctor about these issues.

Answered 9/28/2016

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