Managing lymphedema, a lingering problem for breast cancer patients Journal Article
| Author: | Cohen, S. |
| Article Title: | Managing lymphedema, a lingering problem for breast cancer patients |
| Abstract: | The prospect of lymphedema provokes substantial anxiety for many patients with breast cancer. For them, developing lymphedema can be worse than the cancer itself; it is a chronic problem that is time-consuming to manage and a constant reminder of their disease. The condition can limit patients' activities and choice of clothes, often resulting in dramatic life changes. When healthcare professionals listen to patients' concerns and provide information and referrals for appropriate treatment, it can lower these women's level of distress and improve their quality of life. © 2006 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
| Keywords: | cancer patient; quality of life; breast cancer; lymphedema; patient care; health practitioner; medical information; anxiety disorder; distress syndrome; occupational therapy; physical activity; risk reduction; massage; lymphatic drainage; physiotherapy; life event; patient referral |
| Journal Title: | Community Oncology |
| Volume: | 3 |
| Issue: | 5 |
| ISSN: | 1548-5315 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Inc. |
| Date Published: | 2006-05-01 |
| Start Page: | 304 |
| End Page: | 307 |
| Language: | English |
| PROVIDER: | scopus |
| DOI/URL: | |
| Notes: | --- - "Cited By (since 1996): 2" - "Export Date: 4 June 2012" - "Source: Scopus" |
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