Impacto emocional do diagnóstico do câncer na família de pacientes em tratamento oncológico.

Abstract

Being diagnosed with cancer is an embarrassing moment. Cancer is rooted in a set of factors that significantly interfere with these patients, whether physically or emotionally, these factors end up appearing even more dramatic as the treatment triggers a series of changes in the body and self-esteem that compromises their autonomy in carrying out basic life activities. daily life. Method: This is a descriptive study of an exploratory nature with a qualitative approach. This type of research aims to describe the characteristics of a population, sample, context or phenomenon. Using Bardin's content analysis, 1977. It unfolded into phases: pre-analysis, exploration of the material and treatment of results, inference and interpretation. At a later stage, the material was explored, being the phase in which classification and aggregation were carried out based on meanings. Results: The results of this study resulted in categories such as: emotions and feelings evoked by the cancer diagnosis, failures in medical communication and the influence of faith in cancer treatment. Final considerations: The moment of cancer diagnosis is a sad time for the patient and their family. At this moment, many negative emotions and thoughts arise and cause harm. Understanding that family support is an important basis for treatment, part of this journey is not only health care, but also relationships, as each family reacts and copes differently. therefore, patients who are well supported and have family support often feel more motivated to continue treatment. Descriptors: “Emotional impact”; "Family"; "Cancer"