Fear of recurrence among gynaecological cancer survivors: A qualitative study

2021 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. S352-S355
Author(s):  
Selly Kresna Dewi ◽  
Yati Afiyanti ◽  
Imami Nur Rachmawati
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Gynaecological Cancer ◽  
Fear Of Recurrence

Fear of Recurrence in Turkish Breast Cancer Survivors: A Qualitative Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 146-153
Author(s):  
Figen Şengün İnan ◽  
Besti Üstün
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Fear Of Recurrence ◽  
Semistructured Interviews ◽  
And Coping ◽  
The Impact

Purpose: Fear of recurrence (FOR) of cancer is a distressing symptom and can negatively affect breast cancer survivors’ quality of life and psychological well-being. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore Turkish breast cancer survivors’ experiences related to FOR. Design: The data were collected through semistructured interviews, which were conducted with 12 breast cancer survivors. Results: The data were categorized into four themes: the quality of fear, triggers, effects on life, and coping. FOR survivors’ lives in multiple aspects, and the women found it difficult to manage their fear. Implications: Nurses should be aware of FOR in survivors during follow-up care. In addition, it is essential to consider the impact of FOR on life, and survivors should be referred to appropriate resources and support services.

Older cancer survivors living with financial hardship in China: A qualitative study of family perspectives

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingzhu Su ◽  
Nengliang Yao ◽  
Li Liu ◽  
Joyce Cheng ◽  
Xiaojie Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Financial Hardship ◽  
Family Perspectives
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