Leukemia risk is higher
Even though it’s uncommon, having chemotherapy can increase your chance of later acquiring leukemia [5]. If so, it often manifests ten years after getting chemotherapy.
Chemotherapy to treat breast cancer typically outweighs the minor risk of leukemia for the majority of patients.
Cognitive challenges
Short-term memory loss and concentration issues are two cognitive side effects of therapy. “Chemo brain” is the name for this.
This symptom typically gets better soon after therapy is over. It can, however, occasionally last for years.