Lymphatic Damage Identified as Cause of Chemo Brain Fog

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Research indicates that chemotherapy drugs like docetaxel damage the brain's lymphatic vessels, impairing waste drainage and potentially causing 'chemo brain' symptoms such as memory loss, with women being more affected. The study used mouse and human tissue models to demonstrate lymphatic shrinkage and reduced drainage, linking these changes to cognitive deficits, and suggests exploring therapies to restore lymphatic health without compromising cancer treatment.
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