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PurposeThis study aims to evaluate the impact of chemotherapy‐induced alopecia (CIA) distress on body image, psychosocial well‐being, and depression among breast cancer patients.
MethodsA cross‐sectional survey was conducted at the breast cancer advocacy events held at 16 hospitals in Korea. Alopecia distress was assessed using the ‘Chemotherapy‐Induced Alopecia Distress Scale’, body image and psychosocial...
ObjectiveCancer patients are more likely to experience depression than the general population. This study aims to evaluate the possible association between cancer stigma and depression among cancer patients.
MethodsAs a part of the Korean government's program to develop comprehensive supportive care, we conducted a nationwide survey in 2010 at the National Cancer Center and in nine regional cancer...
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