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What if physical exercise were the key to clearing “chemo brain” after breast cancer?
27 octobre 2025
By Lila Rouland | Published on October 27, 2025 | 3 min readBreast cancer, affecting more than 2.3 million women each year, often leads to lasting aftereffects well beyond treatment. Among them, cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI) affects up to 70% of patients, with symptoms such as memory loss, difficulty concentrating, and mental slowing—often described as “chemo brain.” Even when mild, t
Breast cancer, affecting more than 2.3 million women each year, often leads to lasting aftereffects well beyond treatment. Among them, cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI) affects up to 70% of patients, with symptoms such as memory loss, difficulty concentrating, and mental slowing—often described as “chemo brain.” Even when mild, these cognitive issues can persist for several years, impacting return to work, autonomy, and mental health.
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Pinheiro VHG, Pinto SS, Cardozo PS, Andrade LS, Alberton CL. The effect of exercise on cognitive function in breast cancer survivors: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Support Care Cancer. 2025;33:577
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