Mulheres com fadiga relacionada à quimioterapia e fraqueza muscular.

Abstract

Breast cancer is a complex disease, with high clinical, morphological and biological heterogeneity. Chemotherapy plays a crucial role in the systemic treatment of breast cancer, however, it can trigger adverse and unwanted reactions in various organs and tissues. The resulting fatigue is one of the main adverse reactions that influences quality of life. The objective of this study is to evaluate fatigue resulting from chemotherapy treatment and its repercussions on functionality in women with breast cancer undergoing chemotherapy treatment. This is a prospective, longitudinal study, with a quantitative-qualitative methodological approach. The research was carried out at the Oncology outpatient clinic of the Hospital de Clinicas of the Federal University of Uberlândia. Therefore, the study showed a significant change in the perception of fatigue after chemotherapy, a slight reduction in handgrip strength and stability in functional independence over time. These findings emphasize the importance of a holistic approach in the care of these patients, in order to promote a better quality of life and comprehensive well-being during treatment and recovery.