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What is Chemo Brain?

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  1. Concentrating and paying attention

  2. Remembering names, dates, and everyday things

  3. Finding the right word or doing simple math (like balancing your checkbook)

  4. Doing more than one thing at a time

  5. Mood swingsDiagnosis If you’re in a mental fog, talk to your doctor. They will ask about your symptoms and will also want to know when your problems started and how they affect your everyday life. Your doctor may ask what makes your symptoms worse and better. Do you, for example, feel better in the morning than at night? Does it help when you're active, when you eat, or after you've rested? Bring a list of all the medicines you take, even if they aren't for cancer. Treatment If chemo brain is disrupting your daily life, your doctor may suggest a counselor or psychologist. There are other things that can help too, including:

  6. Some stimulants and antidepressants

  7. Exercise -- even 5 minutes a day

  8. Plenty of sleep and rest

  9. Exercising your brain with puzzles, playing an instrument, or learning a new hobbyMemory Aids Simple strategies can help with memory loss and confusion. Try these tips:

  10. Carry a daily to-do list with reminders.

  11. Don't multitask. Do one thing at a time so you're not distracted.

  12. Put sticky notes around your home and office. Set reminders on your smartphone, too.How Long Does It 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. If you still have chemo brain a year after chemotherapy and you’ve tried all the self-help tips, talk with a neuropsychologist. This is a doctor who specializes in the brain and can help with attention span and memory. He will find areas where you need help and tell you if other treatable problems like depression, anxiety, and fatigue are to blame. Remember, It's Real You’re not just imagining this. Studies show that cancer and its treatment causes changes in the brain. What you’re going through is normal. Don’t be afraid to ask your family and friends for support and gentle reminders. Support groups are another great idea. Article reposted from WebMD.com

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