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Living with Advanced Breast Cancer: A Descriptive Analysis of Survivorship Strategies

Authors :
Michael Grimm
Lindsey Radcliff
Mariann Giles
Ryan Nash
Erin Holley
Shannon Panda
Lynne Brophy
Nicole Williams
Mathew Cherian
Daniel Stover
Margaret E. Gatti-Mays
Robert Wesolowski
Sagar Sardesai
Preeti Sudheendra
Raquel Reinbolt
Bhuvaneswari Ramaswamy
Ashley Pariser
Source :
Journal of clinical medicine. 11(14)
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Survivors of advanced breast cancer (ABC), also known as metavivors, are often left with fewer treatment options in the landscape of a cure culture. Metavivors have unique psychosocial and physical needs distinct from patients with early-stage breast cancer. This analysis delves into side effects commonly experienced by patients with ABC, such as fatigue, anxiety, and cardiotoxicity; how these side effects impact caregiver support, financial toxicity, emotional strain, and spiritual and emotional distress; as well as current strategies for mitigation, including nutrition, exercise, and participation in clinical research. Overall, this analysis is a mandate for additional research to explore novel treatments and implement strategies to maintain and improve patients’ quality of life.

Subjects

Subjects :
General Medicine

Details

ISSN :
20770383
Volume :
11
Issue :
14
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Journal of clinical medicine
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....7d0a90eb61338026726c92a82b540a75