Body image, self-esteem and quality of life during oncology treatment in breast cancer, cervical cancer, and prostate cancer in comparison to the healthy population.

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. e21550-e21550
Author(s):  
Anna Kieszkowska-Grudny ◽  
Monika Rucinska ◽  
Robert Ciesak ◽  
Marta Wisniewska
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Adjuvant Radiotherapy ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Healthy Population ◽  
Oncological Treatment

e21550 Background:Cancers are the second most common cause of death. Treatment of cancers is complex and might be aggressive, takes a long time and is usually difficult to accept for patients. As a result of disease and treatment a body image(BI) is impaired and can reduce quality of life(QoL),which has become a very important factor. The objective of the study was to investigate BI and QoL during oncological treatment of breast cancer(BCa), cervical cancer(CeCa) and prostate cancer(PCa) patients and to compare with healthy groups of men(HM) and women(HW). Methods:The analysis included 280 participants: 31 BCa-pts just after oncological surgery (age26-86 years,M = 63,23,Me = 65), 44 BCa-pts during adjuvant radiotherapy (age37-69years, M = 57,23,Me = 60), 21 CeCa-pts during therapy (age30-68years,M = 54,43,Me = 60), 52 PCa-pts with clinical stage T1-T2N0M0 (age57-86;M = 70,65;Me = 70) after standard three-dimensional conformal radiation treatment (3DCRT), 32 PCa-pts (age59-84;M = 74;Me = 75) after stereotactic hypofractionated radiotherapy (HRT), than without any type of cancer 50HM (age47-92years;M = 62,28;Me = 60) and 50HW (age30-84 years,M = 51,46,Me = 50). The subjects filled out the questionnaire EORTC QLQ-C30 (ver3.0.) and a specially designed questionnaire for a body image assessment. Results:All factors associated with BI between groups differed significantly (p < 0,05): general appearance, self-esteem, physical and sexual attractiveness. The highest assessment in all categories were done by HRT-pts and the lowest by BCa-pts during radiotherapy, than BCa-pts after surgery. HM and HW perceived BI on a similar level, however lower than HRT-pts. Overall QoL was significantly lowest in BCa-pts after surgery (p < 0,05), but physical, role, emotional, and general functioning were the worst in BCa-pts during radiotherapy (p < 0,05). The lowest social QoL was assessed by CeCa-pts (p < 0,05). Conclusions:It seems that oncological treatment influences significantly BI of cancer patients and worsens QoL especially in breast cancer women just after surgery and adjuvant radiotherapy. HTR-pts assesses BI and general QoL even better than healthy groups.

The differences in sexual satisfaction, quality of life, and social support between patients with prostate cancer and cervical cancer after radiotherapy.

2013 ◽  
Vol 31 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. e20666-e20666
Author(s):  
Anna Kieszkowska-Grudny ◽  
Monika Rucinska ◽  
Sergiusz Nawrocki
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Sexual Satisfaction ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Healthy Population ◽  
Regression Analyses

e20666 Background: Cervical cancer (CxCa) and prostate cancer (PRCa) have a major impact on sexuality, quality of life (QoL) and patients (pts) require social support(SS). Study aim was to compare sexual satisfaction and activity,QoL and level of required and received SS in group of CxCa and PRCa pts min.3 months after radical radiotherapy (RTH). Methods: 97pts were included to the study:50 non-metastatic PRCa pts (54-83y, M=68,8) and47 CxCa pts (27-69y,M=54,4) after RTH. Subjects filled out:QLQ-C30,PR25,CX24, Berlin Social Support Scales (BSSS) and demographic data.The Chi2,t-Student test,and linear regression analyses were used (p<0,5). Results: However sexual activity and satisfaction in both cancer groups is significantly lower (p<0,05) than in healthy population, no differences were observed between CxCa and PRCa pts. No difference were found between general and any subscale of QoL in both groups, although men needed significantly more help with eating, dressing, washing or using the toilet. However,men felt less male than women less feminine because of cancer (p<0,001). Predictors to better femininity evaluation (R2=0,650;p<0,05)were: higher appetite, emotional functioning, perceived available instrumental support and marital status. Predictors of poor masculinity evaluation (R2=0,346;p<0,05)were: shortness of breath, age, lower perceived available emotional support. The most significant differences (p<0,05) were observed between groups in the evaluation of SS: perceived available emotional SS was higher in pts with CxCa than with PRCa, while protective-buffering SS, currently received emotional SS and general SS were higher in the group of PRCa than CxCa pts. Conclusions: QoL was similar in both groups, in some areas men needed more help that women. Sexual activity and satisfaction is lower in cancer pts in comparison with general population, but no differences were observed between CxCa and PRCa pts, however emotional SS was crucial for better sexual satisfaction. The more visible difference were found in SS, and even men with PRCa have been receiving more SS,women with CxCa perceived particular SS higher than in fact such support had experienced.

PSYCHOLOGICAL REHABILITATION AND SCREENING OF EMOTIONAL STRESS IN CANCER PATIENTS

2017 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 316-319 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valentina Chulkova ◽  
Tatyana Semiglazova ◽  
Margarita Vagaytseva ◽  
Andrey Karitskiy ◽  
Yevgeniy Demin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cancer Patient ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Emotional Stress ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Breast Cancer Patients ◽  
Psychological Study ◽  
Psychological Assistance

Psychological rehabilitation is an integral part of rehabilitation of a cancer patient. Psychological rehabilitation is aimed at a patient adaptation in the situation of the disease and improvement his quality of life. Understanding of an oncological disease is extreme and (or) crisis situation and monitoring dynamics of the psychological statement of a patient allows using differentiated approach in the provision of professional psychological assistance. The modified scale of self-esteem level of distress (IPOS) was used for screening of mental and emotional stress of cancer patients. There were selected groups of cancer patients who were most in need of professional psychological assistance. Results of a psychological study of one of these groups - breast cancer patients - are presented.

Distress, proinflammatory cytokines and self-esteem as predictors of quality of life in breast cancer survivors

2021 ◽  
Vol 230 ◽  
pp. 113297
Author(s):  
Joana Perez-Tejada ◽  
Ibane Aizpurua-Perez ◽  
Ainitze Labaka ◽  
Oscar Vegas ◽  
Gurutze Ugartemendia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Proinflammatory Cytokines ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Self Esteem

scholarly journals Pilates and dance to patients with breast cancer undergoing treatment: study protocol for a randomized clinical trial – MoveMama study

Trials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonessa Boing ◽  
Tatiana do Bem Fretta ◽  
Melissa de Carvalho Souza Vieira ◽  
Gustavo Soares Pereira ◽  
Jéssica Moratelli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Belly Dance ◽  
Belly Dancing

Abstract Background Breast cancer is a global public health issue. The side effects of the clinical treatment can decrease the quality of life of these women. Therefore, a healthy lifestyle is essential to minimize the physical and psychological side effects of treatment. Physical activity has several benefits for women with breast cancer, and Pilates solo and belly dancing can be an enjoyable type of physical activity for women with breast cancer undergoing clinical treatment. The purpose of this study is to provide a Pilates solo and a belly dance protocol (three times per week/16 weeks) for women undergoing breast cancer treatment and compare its effectiveness with that in the control group. Methods The participants will be allocated to either the intervention arm (Pilates solo or belly dance classes three times per week for 16 weeks) or a control group (receipt of a booklet on physical activity for patients with breast cancer and maintenance of habitual physical activity routine). The Pilates solo and belly dance classes will be divided into three stages: warmup and stretching, the main stage, and relaxation. Measurements of the study outcomes will take place at baseline; postintervention; and 6, 12, and 24 months after the end of the intervention (maintenance period). The data collection for both groups will occur with a paper questionnaire and tests covering general and clinical information. The primary outcome will be quality of life (EORT QLQ-C30 and EORT QLQ-BR23), and secondary outcomes will be physical aspects such as cardiorespiratory fitness (6-min walk test and cycle ergometer), lymphedema (sum of arm circumference), physical activity (IPAQ short version), disabilities of the arm (DASH), range of motion (goniometer test), muscular strength (dynamometer test) and flexibility (sit and reach test), and psychological aspects such as depressive symptoms (Beck Depression Inventory), body image (Body Image After Breast Cancer Questionnaire), self-esteem (Rosenberg), fatigue (FACT-F), pain (VAS), sexual function (FSFI), and sleep quality (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index). Discussion In view of the high prevalence of breast cancer among women, the implementation of a specific protocol of Pilates solo and belly dancing for patients with breast cancer is important, considering the necessity to improve their physical and psychological quality of life. Pilates solo and belly dancing are two types of physical activity that involve mental and physical concentration, music, upper limb movements, femininity, and social involvement. An intervention with these two physical activities could offer options of supportive care to women with breast cancer undergoing treatment, with the aim being to improve physical and psychological quality of life. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT03194997. Registration date 12 August 2017. Universal Trial Number (World Health Organization), U1111-1195-1623.

scholarly journals Body image, self-esteem, and sense of masculinity in patients with prostate cancer: a qualitative meta-synthesis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Bowie ◽  
Oliver Brunckhorst ◽  
Robert Stewart ◽  
Prokar Dasgupta ◽  
Kamran Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Qualitative Studies ◽  
Prostate Cancer Survivors ◽  
Key Factor ◽  
Key Topics

Abstract Purpose Body image, self-esteem, and masculinity are three interconnected constructs in men with prostate cancer, with profound effects on quality of life. This meta-synthesis aimed to evaluate all known qualitative studies published studying the effect of prostate cancer on these constructs. Methods A systematic review utilising PubMed, Embase, MEDLINE, and PsycINFO databases up to May 2020 was conducted in line with PRISMA and ENTREQ guidelines. All qualitative studies of men’s experiences with body image, self-esteem, and masculinity whilst living with prostate cancer were included. A thematic meta-synthesis was conducted to identify emergent descriptive and analytical themes under the main study constructs. Results Of 2188 articles identified, 68 were included. Eight descriptive themes were identified under two analytical themes: ‘Becoming a Prostate Cancer Patient’ and ‘Becoming a Prostate Cancer Survivor’. These described the distress caused by changes to body image, sexual functioning, sense of masculinity, and self-esteem, and the subsequent discourses men engaged with to cope with and manage their disease. A key element was increased flexibility in masculinity definitions, and finding other ways to re-affirm masculinity. Conclusions Prostate cancer has an important effect on men’s health post-diagnosis, and we identified strong relationships between each construct evaluated. The role of hegemonic masculinity is important when considering men’s coping mechanisms and is also a key factor when addressing these constructs in counselling post-treatment. Implications for Cancer Survivors This meta-synthesis provides key topics that uniquely affect prostate cancer survivors, enabling these patients to be effectively counselled, and have their concerns recognised by clinicians.

Body image and quality of life in women with breast cancer: Appreciating the body and its functionality

Body Image ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 40 ◽  
pp. 92-102
Author(s):  
Kerry Ettridge ◽  
Katrine Scharling-Gamba ◽  
Caroline Miller ◽  
David Roder ◽  
Ivanka Prichard
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
The Body

scholarly journals Psychosocial Predictors of Quality of Life in Patients With Vitiligo

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-36
Author(s):  
Iqra Nazar ◽  
Fatima Kamran ◽  
Afsheen Masood
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Social Functioning ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Psychosocial Predictors ◽  
Impact Scale

The present study was designed to examine psychosocial predictors of quality of life (QoL) such as body image, self-esteem, impact of Vitiligo (psychologically and socially), and perceived stigmatization in patients with Vitiligo. The sample (N =120) comprised of individuals with Vitiligo recruited from dermatology units of different hospitals in Lahore. Body Image State Scale (Cash, Fleming, Alindogan, Steadman, & Whitehead 2002), Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (Rosenberg, 1965), Vitiligo Impact Scale (Rammam, Khaitan, Mehta, Sreenivas, & Gupta, 2014), Perceived Stigmatization Questionnaire (Lawrence, Fauerbach, Heinberg, & Thomas, 2006) and Dermatology Life Quality Index (Finlay & Khan, 1994) were used as assessment measures. Results revealed that most of the individuals with Vitiligo reported poorer perception of QoL; while, men with Vitiligo expressed better perceived QoL as compared to women. Individuals with both types of Vitiligo (lesions on exposed/unexposed regions) expressed poor body image, negative impact of Vitiligo on their psycho-social functioning, and higher levels of perceived stigmatization. Individuals with exposed Vitiligo affected regions exhibited lower self-esteem. In addition, body image, impact of Vitiligo (psychologically and socially), and perceived stigmatization (absence of friendly behavior) significantly predicted QoL. It was concluded that Vitiligo had a greater impact on individual’s psychological health and social functioning rather than physiological complications.

scholarly journals Breast-conserving treatment in oncoplastic times: indications, cosmesis, and quality of life

Mastology ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Idam de Oliveira-Junior ◽  
Raphael Luiz Haikel ◽  
René Aloísio da Costa Vieira
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Breast Conserving Surgery ◽  
Safe Procedure ◽  
Breast Conserving Treatment ◽  
Oncological Treatment ◽  
Life Data ◽  
Generic Term ◽  
Cosmetic Outcomes

Breast-conserving treatment was established as an oncologically safe procedure for breast cancer. However, the cosmetic outcomes of breast-conserving treatments are often unsatisfactory. In this scenario, oncoplastic breast-conserving surgery incorporated plastic surgery concepts and techniques into the oncological treatment in order to ensure better cosmesis, thus increasing the indications for breast-conserving treatment. At the same time, oncoplastic breast-conserving surgery is usually presented as a generic term, which should be evaluated taking many aspects into account: indication, patient selection, the surgery itself, cosmetic quality, and quality of life — data that are still scarce in the literature.

Body Image and Quality of Life in Men With Prostate Cancer

2009 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. E1-E7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanne M. Harrington ◽  
Terry A. Badger
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Body Image
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