TABLE II.

Themes representing the experiences of participants

Themes
Universal	Unique to South Asian women
Physical impact	Quiet acceptance
Fatigue (loss of energy or physical strength)	Acceptance (faith and inner strength)
Cognitive changes	Acceptance (karma and fate)
Loss of libido; menopause or sexuality issues	Quiet (social network context)
Nerve damage and pain	Family and community
Reproductive or pregnancy issues (unique concerns of South Asian woman)	Hounsla (hope and courage)
Psychosocial impact	Peer support
Body image, sexuality
Depression (stress in my mind and heart)
Fear of recurrence and uncertainty
Intimacy and relationships