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Breast cancer is directly linked to body-image concerns, particularly following surgical interventions like mastectomies, as evidenced by clinical studies [1], [2], and [3]. Research indicates that the physical changes resulting from breast cancer treatment significantly impact a patient's perception of their body [4], [5], [6], [7], and [8].
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The influence of cancer treatments on long-term psychological ... link.springer.com 4 facts
referenceThe study 'The effect on quality of life and body image of mastectomy among breast cancer survivors' was published in Eur J Breast Health in 2018.
referenceThe systematic review 'The impact of mastectomy on body image and sexuality in women with breast cancer' was published in Psicooncología in 2021.
referenceMastectomy affects the quality of life and body image of breast cancer survivors, as discussed in a 2018 article in the European Journal of Breast Health.
referenceMastectomy impacts body image and sexuality in women with breast cancer, according to a 2021 systematic review published in Psicooncología.
Positive and negative psychosocial impacts on cancer ... nature.com 1 fact
claimSchover, L. R. studied the impact of breast cancer on sexuality, body image, and intimate relationships in a 1991 article published in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians.