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

Inan F., Ustun B.

JOURNAL OF TRANSCULTURAL NURSING, cilt.30, sa.2, ss.146-153, 2019 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 30 Sayı: 2
  • Basım Tarihi: 2019
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1177/1043659618771142
  • Dergi Adı: JOURNAL OF TRANSCULTURAL NURSING
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.146-153
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: breast cancer survivors, fear of recurrence, qualitative study, WOMEN, EXPERIENCES, ASSOCIATIONS, PREVALENCE, TURKEY, YOUNG, LIFE
  • Gazi Üniversitesi Adresli: Hayır

Özet

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.