You should check calcium, vitamine D. and parathyroid hormone levels and consult a physician. Brain fog is typical for elevated levels of calcium.
I had a thyroid cancer which affected parathyroid glands (rare) and had a brain fog for like a couple of years before being properly diagnosed. It is nasty because it affects your emotional and intellectual abilities but it is difficult to self-observe.
Ask HN: Does coding give you brain fog?
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Re: Ask HN: Does coding give you brain fog?
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I used to come home and slug a glass of wine or two down. Felt better fast but early in the evening I was tired. Now I just get quiet for a few minutes and then let the brain be what it is. My fog goes away more slowly but I have energy and clarity till I go to bed. In short I think the benefits of not drinking after work are better than if I was drinking. YMMV.
Aye I had to give up drinking last year. It worked wonderfully for a while. You reminded me, I might try employing mindfulness more again. Let things be as they are for a bit. Thanks!
Yes mindfulness is helpful.
Re: Ask HN: Does coding give you brain fog?
#73I don't feel brain fog, but I have hard time playing tactical videogames on intense work days. In those cases, I play a very reflex based game and it feels like doing a relaxing run after hard training