Table 3 The English translation of the final breast health perception questionnaire

1

I feel I have a dangerous disease in my breast

On a Likert scale:

Always = 1 point

Very often = 2 points

Sometimes = 3 points

Rarely = 4 points

Never = 5 points

2

I feel I will get a dangerous disease in my breast in the future

3

I feel that I am causing trouble for my family due to my breast conditions

4

I feel I have a disorder in my breast that will cause troubles for my family in the future

5

I feel I have a problem in my breasts and this thought makes me anxious

6

I feel I have a problem in my breasts and this thought has disturbed my daily life

7

I feel I have a problem in my breasts and this thought disrupts my sexual activities

8

I need to obsessively examine my breasts to stay calm

9

I need to go for breast checkups sooner than my doctor has recommended for my peace of mind

10

I constantly search for and inquire about new methods for detection of breast disorders

11

I am constantly on the search for new information about breast diseases