Perceptions about traditional Chinese medicine use among Chinese breast cancer survivors: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

An increasing number of breast cancer survivors (BCS) use traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) throughout their cancer journey. There is emerging evidence that TCM is effective in the reducing side effects of chemotherapy. However, qualitative patient-centric and culturally relevant research into TCM use is scant. This qualitative study aimed to explore the use and perceptions of Chinese Hong Kong BCS using TCM.

Methods

Participants were recruited from a university hospital and three breast cancer patient groups in Hong Kong. Questionnaires regarding the use of TCM were given to all participants, followed by individual semi-structured interviews on selected BCS to comprehensively understand TCM's use and perceptions. A greater emphasis was placed on the qualitativ

SUBMITTER: Hung YL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9883569 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature