Diseases and Conditions
Chemo brain
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
Alternative medicine
Coping and support
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Alternative medicine
No alternative treatments have been found to prevent or cure chemo brain. If you're interested in trying alternative treatments for your symptoms, discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Complementary and alternative treatments might help you cope with distress, which can contribute to thinking and memory problems in people with cancer.
Examples of treatments that might help include:
- Art therapy
- Exercise
- Meditation
- Music therapy
- Relaxation exercises
- Spirituality