Help with chemo brain

[Carol.hope]

Hi Kiris Mum.
I was one of the x% (15% or more) who got long-term chemo brain and have had to learn a lot about recovering.

When I had chemo 5 years ago, my oncologist said they would bring me as close to death as possible without killing me. I could not imagine being able to do oral exams at that time. If your daughter is doing written exams, she may fare better. I'm just thinking she might need to be realistic. Chemo is not a walk in the park!

It's possible, though I'm not sure, that some of the long-term recovery approaches I took would help in the short term, while the chemo is still going in, which sounds like what she needs. I found a number of brain-supportive supplements were helpful in the long run, as well as exercise, diet, and various attitudinal approaches. For me, QUIET was really important.

Your daughter sounds ambitious. I imagine she'll make the best of it all. It must be hard for you to watch. My best to both of you.

Carol