Effects of Chemotherapy on the Brain

Chemotherapy is often prescribed as a treatment for cancer, but what effects does it have on the brain and nervous system? Patients have reported difficulty in organizing thoughts, remembering information and reading comprehension. Some patients may experience chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), nerve damage in the nerves farthest away from the brain. And chemotherapy toxicity occurs when the drugs administered during the treatment become toxic to the body.

View this presentation to learn more about how to get treatment for these effects.