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Review
. 2020:1252:199-207.
doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-41596-9_28.

Psychological Aspects of Pregnancy and Lactation in Patients with Breast Cancer

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Psychological Aspects of Pregnancy and Lactation in Patients with Breast Cancer

Ali-Akbar Nejatisafa et al. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2020.

Abstract

Young breast cancer patients face numerous challenges during the cancer trajectory. As in the last decade, women tend to delay pregnancies to a later time in life, and clinicians are often faced with young breast cancer patients who want to start a family or complete it. Becoming a mother is a delicate developmental process in which the woman redefines and restructures her identity as she gets prepared for her new role and responsibilities. When there is a history of cancer or cancer diagnosis is communicated during the pregnancy, fears, worries, and concerns emerge and specific support may be necessary. Follow-ups during the post-partum period are also recommended as lactation issues should not be overlooked. In this chapter, we analyze the psychological aspects of cancer survivors and women with pregnancy-associated breast cancer, and the management of these issues.

Keywords: Breast cancer; Breastfeeding; Mental Health; Pregnancy; Psychological Aspects.

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