Understanding ‘Chemo Brain’, Its Symptoms and Treatment

Overview

Chemotherapy is one of the most popular treatments for many types of cancer, including the severe ones like brain tumours. However, side-effects from chemotherapy are almost certain to occur in the patient. According to a leading neuro specialist who specializes in brain tumour treatment in Darbhanga, ‘chemo brain’ is also a side-effect of chemotherapy, and mostly involves having a cloudy mind, having a hard time remembering names or not being able to multitask as well as you used to. The hospital in Darbhanga the neurologist doctor works at, is also a top chemotherapy centre in India.

How Long Does Chemo Brain Last?


Often, the fogginess will fade when your chemo ends. But for some people, the fuzzy feelings will linger for several months or sometimes a year or more.

Symptoms


Chemo brain can cause thinking and memory problems. Symptoms include trouble with:

·      Concentrating and paying attention
·      Remembering names, dates, and everyday things
·      Finding the right word or doing simple math (like balancing your chequebook)
·      Doing more than one thing at a time
·      Mood swings

Treatment


If chemo brain is disrupting your daily life, your doctor may suggest a counsellor or psychologist. There are other things that can help too, including:

·      Some stimulants and antidepressants
·      Exercise (even 5 minutes a day makes a difference)
·      Plenty of sleep and rest
·      Exercising your brain with puzzles, playing an instrument, or learning a new hobby

If you live in or around Bihar or Jharkhand and are looking for chemotherapy treatment, the hospital in Darbhanga is a top ranking super-speciality hospital in the region. The hospital is located on VIP Road, Allalpatti in Darbhanga.


Location: VIP Road, Allalpatti, Darbhanga, Bihar 846003, India

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