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Is brain fog normal after a cancer diagnosis?

Community Member

7 days ago

I found out 2 1/2 weeks ago about my cancer. This is my second go around on the same breast. The first bout was 26 years ago. I have seen the surgeon and plastic surgeon, have started the genetic testing, and had a CT and bone scan. I am waiting on the testing CT and bone scan results. Surgery is scheduled for May 22. My mind is kind of foggy. Is this common?

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Community Member

6 days ago

Brain fog after a cancer diagnosis is very common and understandable given everything happening right now. The stress of a new diagnosis, along with all the appointments and waiting for test results, can definitely affect concentration and mental clarity. Many people in the cancer community experience similar feelings during this overwhelming time, so know that these reactions are normal and you're not alone in this experience.

Community Member

5 days ago

I've been stressed out from March 18th when the doctor diagnosed breast cancer I'm going to start my treatments with chemioterapy this coming Friday and the day before I'm going to put the port 🙏😞🙏... I'm so scared I hope everything will be ok 🙏 Anyway the stress to thinking it kill me... sorry my English I'm Italian and my is Cristiana...we have to be positive and strong ❤️🙏🙏

Community Member

3 days ago

Everything will be fine Christina, sending healing prayers to you. Stay strong.

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