Keywords
prevalence
risk factors
breast cancer
palliative care
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Abstract
Introduction: Fatigue is a prevalent symptom in cancer patients. Objective: To examine the prevalence and independent predictors of fatigue in women with breast cancer. Methodology: This is a cross-sectional study with a non-probability sample of 163 patients attending an outpatient clinic. Fatigue was assessed by the Piper Fatigue Scale. Results: Clinically relevant fatigue (score ≥4) was present in 31.9% of the sample and the average intensity was 6.0 (SD=1.3). Pain and depression were factors independently associated with the fatigue. Conclusions: The fatigue, pain and depression association confirmed the existence of the symptom cluster. The control of fatigue little known, but depression and pain can be treated and perhaps provide relief from fatigue.
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