Insomnia Linked to Increased Fatigue, Depression & Pain in Breast Cancer Patients from Underserved Areas
By Dr. Michael Lee, World-Today-News.com – october 26, 2023
Key Takeaway: A new study reveals a strong connection between the severity of insomnia and increased symptoms of fatigue, depression, and pain in women battling breast cancer who reside in medically underserved rural areas. The findings underscore the need for targeted support for this vulnerable population.
Women diagnosed with breast cancer frequently struggle with insomnia. While the link between sleep disturbance and worsening symptoms like fatigue,depression,and pain is well-established,research focusing specifically on women in areas with limited access to healthcare has been lacking – until now.
Published recently in Behavioral Sleep Medicine, the study analyzed data from a behavioral pain intervention trial involving 127 women with breast cancer experiencing chronic pain in rural, medically underserved communities.
