Lived Experiences of Egyptian Women with Breast Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. In Egypt it accounts for 34% of reported malignancies. The aim of current study was to explore the lived experiences of Egyptian women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy. Qualitative research approach based on phenomenological perspective was utilized in this study. Purposive sample consisting of 12 participants were recruited. Three themes were emerged from the current study: unforeseen effects of chemotherapy, troubled femininity and disturbed role function. The findings revealed the resemblance between Egyptian women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy and women from different cultures in similar situation emphasizing shared emotions and feelings between women with breast cancer in different countries.