How chemotherapy affects thinking and emotions in breast cancer
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This study follows women with breast cancer who are receiving chemotherapy to understand its effects on thinking and emotional well-being. It helps doctors learn how chemotherapy may impact mental function and mood, so they can better support patients.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman recently diagnosed with breast cancer.
- Your doctor recommends chemotherapy, either before or after surgery.
- You have no past diagnosis of a neurological disease.
- You are not experiencing any symptoms that suggest a neurological problem.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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