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Is short term memory loss normal for brain tumor patients?
Hi all. My husband was diagnosed with a brain tumor December 2023. Had surgery to remove 90 percent of tumor. He went through chemo/radiation for 6 weeks. He is currently doing chemotherapy along with wearing the Optune. Is short term memory loss normal for brain tumor patients? If so what is your experience?
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Yes. If you go online about brain tumors, you will see this is one issue. That is why they have the patient go through Therapy sessions after surgery.
We were never offered therapy post surgery…
Nor was my husband although when we requested a psychiatric evaluation he got it. Needs ongoing, though. Must go outside Mayo for that. Waiting now.
After my brain tumor was removed the short term memory loss was obvious. 5 years post surgery and I know it has gotten better.
Hi @jennywinn, your post brings hope. It's been 5 years since your surgery, wow! May I ask what type of brain tumor you had? How are you doing today?