Cancer itself, rather than chemotherapy alone, may contribute to the development of neuropathy some patients experience. Read More
Manipulating gut bacteria in mice before chemotherapy reduces the mental fog of "chemo brain." Read More
Researchers have identified the 3D structure of a brain receptor that causes vomiting and nausea as a result of chemotherapy treatments for cancer. The same receptor also plays a critical role in pain perception, migraines and chronic itching. Read More
A new study reports inflammation in the blood may play a role in cognitive problems following chemotherapy. Researchers report identifying the inflammatory biomarkers and reducing inflammation may prevent some of the symptoms of chemo brain. Read More
Chemotherapy is often blamed for memory loss and cognitive problems in cancer survivors. However, new research published in Neuroscience challenges this belief. Researchers report cognitive impairments, often referred to as Chemo Fog, may actually start as the tumor grows and develops. Read More
Many breast cancer survivors report cognitive problems following treatment. New research from UCSD finds breast cancer survivors who increase physical activity and embark on regular exercise experience improved mental processing. Read More
A new compound prevents cognitive decline associated with chemotherapy treatments in rats, a new study reports. Read More
A new study reports chemo-brain can affect women with breast cancer for up to six months following chemotherapy. Read More
The release and uptake of dopamine and serotonin becomes sluggish in rat brains following chemotherapy, researchers report. Read More
Researchers report children who received chemotherapy alone for acute lymphoblastic leukemia remain at risk for attention and learning problems after the treatment ends. Read More
The negative cognitive effects of chemotherapy are sustained after treatment for cancer has ended, a new study reports. Read More
A new study provides a possible explanation as to what causes cognitive and memory problems associated with chemotherapy treatments. Read More
