Adverse drug reactions associated with chemotherapeutic agents used in breast cancer: Analysis of patients' online forums.
Sulaf AssiEbony TorringtonEjaz CheemaAbdullah Al HamidPublished in: Journal of oncology pharmacy practice : official publication of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (2020)
Online discussion forums proposed valued source of data on adverse drug reactions associated with chemotherapeutic agents and overall patients' experience with cancer. The adverse drug reactions experienced by patients changed their priorities and the way they dealt with the disease. Therefore, healthcare professionals must consider the patients' experience and attitudes towards cancer when designing a treatment plan. This can be established by increasing communication between healthcare professionals and patients.