new studies about chemobrain

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Hannah
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new studies about chemobrain

Postby Hannah » Wed Nov 29, 2006 1:34 pm

You all may have already seen these, but there is some interesting new information out about chemobrain. First, it's finally becoming "real" and second, scientists are trying to figure out why it happens.

"Chemo drugs for treating breast cancer may cause changes in cognitive function" (Oct 31, 2006) http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=55326

"Chemo Temporarily Shrinks Brain Areas" (Nov 27, 2006)
http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health ... 36260.html

:)Hannah
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