Fatigue in breast cancer survivors

New treatment methods and early detection mean that more people survive breast cancer, but many survivors struggle with late effects from the treatment. Up to 30-40% of women are affected by fatigue, making it difficult for them to return to work. Despite the significant cost to both patients and society, little is known about the relationship between breast cancer, cancer treatment, and such late effects. The mechanisms by which fatigue severely impacts some while others are not affected are also very limited.