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

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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… Click to show full abstract

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 patientā€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.

Keywords: cancer; breast cancer; chinese medicine; medicine; traditional chinese; cancer survivors

Journal Title: Cancer Medicine
Year Published: 2022

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