Chemotherapy in breast cancer patients alters gut microbiome, causing cognitive side effects.
Chemotherapy alters gut microbiome in breast cancer patients, leading to cognitive side effects. The gut microbiome's connection with the brain suggests potential treatments targeting the gut to improve brain health. The Intelligut Study, led by Leah Pyter, found a correlation between chemotherapy-induced gut microbiome disruption, cognitive decline, and inflammation, published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity.
June 26, 2024
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