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October 3, 2025The Journal of Palembang Nursing StudiesOpen Access

Understanding sexuality and social support among post-mastectomy breast cancer patients: A qualitative study in Indonesia

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SWShenda Maulina WulandariPwani UniversityARApriana RahmawatiUniversitas JemberHAHidayat ArifinAirlangga University

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Overview

Qualitative study explores the impact of mastectomy on sexuality and the role of social support in Indonesia.

Key Points

  • Participants maintained strong sexual identity despite undergoing mastectomy, which altered their body image.
  • Emotional and social support from family and healthcare providers was essential for overall well-being.
  • Qualitative phenomenological design revealed themes around intimacy and perceptions of femininity.
  • Integrating sexuality-focused support in post-mastectomy care may enhance recovery outcomes.

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Wulandari et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68e02f46f0e39f13e7fa2e60https://doi.org/10.55048/jpns176
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