Table 1.

Questions belonging to the physical and to the psychological subscales

Psychosocial issues subscale	Physical problems subscale
2. I have pain that keeps me from leading a normal life	1. I have trouble sleeping
5. I am more irritable, I have sudden mood swings and angry outbursts	3. My wounds take a long time to heal
6. I have less self-confidence, I feel more insecure	4. I bruise easily
7. I am worried about the changes in my physical appearance due to my illness
8. I feel less like going out or seeing relatives or friends
9. I had to give up my social or leisure activities due to my illness
10. My illness affects my everyday activities such as working or studying
11. It is difficult for me to remember things
12. I am worried about my health in the future