I have noticed a decline in my cognitive abilities, especially in processing information. Is the VA using specific protocol to treat declining cognition?
Changes in cognition can occur in MS for various reasons. They can be a direct result of brain changes. However, they can also occur due to depression, fatigue, and pain. The strategy for dealing with cognitive change can vary depending on the factors bringing about the change. The first strategy is to treat the disease as effectively as possible. The second is to deal with the associated symptoms through medication and in the case of depression, psychotherapy. Interventions for specific persistent cognitive difficulties typically involve learning strategies to work around areas of difficulty. These techniques may include using notebooks and organization techniques to help cope with forgetfulness and organizational difficulties. These compensatory techniques can vary depending on the patient and the specific problem areas. Different medications have also been tried as methods of enhancing cognition. At present, there is no one specific protocol. However, working toward enhancing ways o
