ArticleJournal of cancer survivorship : research and practice2025
The positive and negative impact of cancer on daily life > 2 years after diagnosis: Results from a survey among 5,710 patients with various cancer types.
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- A cross-sectional retrospective and prospective service evaluation of head and neck cancer patients' swallowing and quality of life concerns: are we doing enough?Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Article
- Health Care Use > 2 Years After Cancer Diagnosis: Results From a Survey Among 5,710 Patients With Various Cancer Types.Psycho-oncology · 2026Article
- Temporal biobehavioral pathways from perceived stress to symptom burden in patients with cancer: A three-wave longitudinal cross-lagged panel network analysis to inform supportive care.International journal of clinical and health psychology : IJCHPArticle
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Abstract
purposeThis study aimed to understand the positive and negative long-term impact of cancer and its treatment on survivors more than two years post-diagnosis.
methodsThe Dutch Federation of Cancer Patient Organisations (NFK), with input from patient representatives and researchers, created a national online survey. It was distributed via email, websites, and social media to patient organization members, with additional promotion by partner organizations. Participants shared their experiences regarding the physical and psychological effects of cancer on daily life.
resultsA total of 5,710 cancer survivors participated. Of these, 73% felt proud of how they coped, 66% reported that cancer reshaped their priorities, 44% saw new opportunities, and 35% enjoyed life more. However, 58% could not be worry-free, and 49% struggled to resume life. Long-term symptoms were common: 55% experienced both physical and psychological symptoms, 33% reported only physical symptoms, and 2% only psychological. The most frequent physical symptoms included fatigue (56%), reduced fitness (47%), neuropathy (32%), sexual issues (25%), and sleep disturbances (24%). Common psychological symptoms were memory/concentration issues (32%), acceptance struggles (19%), depressive feelings (19%), planning issues (18%), and anxiety (16%).
conclusionCancer survivors often face persistent physical and psychological symptoms, with cancer continuing to affect their lives significantly. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS: Greater awareness of these long-term consequences among healthcare providers and patients is essential.
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