Purpose To evaluate the prevalence and severity of persistent pain after breast cancer
treatment (PPBCT) in patients who received surgery, radiotherapy or a combination of …

A high proportion of women experience difficulties with sexual health and self-concept
secondary to breast cancer, yet an overwhelming number report receiving inadequate or …

The impact of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) on long-term quality of life is
unknown. The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of BCRL on health-related …

Purpose Breast cancer treatment adverse effects result in one in three survivors
experiencing body image–related distress (BID) that negatively impacts on a woman's ability …

Objective Diagnosing lymphedema is challenging, especially in the early stages (stage 0 or
1; Table 2) of the disease, with varying definitions and objective tools available for …

Abstract Purpose of Review Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is a chronic disease
affecting breast cancer survivors. The purpose of this article is to update the scientific …

Context: Women undergoing treatment for breast cancer often have psychological morbidity
and body image difficulties. The risk factors for increased levels of stigma in women with …

Abstract Purpose (1) To determine, in women with breast cancer-related lymphedema
(BCRL), the frequency, intensity and distress of body image and sexuality concerns.(2) To …

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To analyze the factors associated with the presence of depression
symptoms in women after breast cancer. METHODS: Cross-sectional study with 181 women …

Purpose Fatigue and pain are common among women with breast cancer, and often related
to depressive symptoms. Social support may influence levels of fatigue, pain interference …