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Breast Cancer
Women's life issues examined in breast cancer and non-breast cancer cohorts
October 6th, 2005
Women's life issues were examined in breast cancer and non-breast cancer cohorts in a recent study published in the journal Menopause. Researchers in Brazil conducted a study "To compare the prevalence of menopause symptoms, sexual activity, and quality of life in women with and without breast cancer. A cross-sectional study using one group for comparison was conducted on women aged 45 to 65 years who had not received hormone therapy or tamoxifen during the last 6 months." "Participants were recruited from the Menopause and Breast Cancer Outpatient Facilities," wrote D. M. Conde and colleagues. "One hundred eighty-two women were included, 97...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-10-06)
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