Research Article

Developing a Self-Administered Questionnaire as a Guide to Consultations with Women Treated for Breast Cancer

Table 2

Problems identified on application of the self-administered questionnaire.

DomainType of problemNumber of patients/21

PhysicalUpper body/arm dysfunction14
Weight management9
Urinary symptoms/incontinence12
Lower bowel symptoms1
Menopause symptoms16
Other physical symptoms6
Sleep disturbance13

PsychologicalBody image concerns8
Depression6
Other psychological distress8
Psychosexual problems16

SocialEmployment issues5
Financial concerns7