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Living with Advanced Breast Cancer: A Descriptive Analysis of Survivorship Strategies
- Source :
- Journal of clinical medicine. 11(14)
- Publication Year :
- 2022
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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 :
- General Medicine
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Details
- ISSN :
- 20770383
- Volume :
- 11
- Issue :
- 14
- Database :
- OpenAIRE
- Journal :
- Journal of clinical medicine
- Accession number :
- edsair.doi.dedup.....7d0a90eb61338026726c92a82b540a75