Concerns of breast cancer patients other than the cancer itself
Monday, April 21st, 2008 @ 2:31 pm | Information
Breast cancer affects not only the physical health of a woman, but it also affects her psychological well being. All types of cancers have pain, panic and worry associated with it. But with breast cancer and the possibility of a mastectomy, or removal of the entire breast, it affects how a woman sees her “worth”. Questions such as how will the operation affect her relationship with her husband or partner, will her figure change – her overall self esteem reaches a low point.
Another concern is undergoing radiation and chemotherapy. Losing one’s breast and hair is no joke. Patients need more emotional support as much as they need treatment.