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This study found that survivors of breast cancer who were in a loving relationship had less inflammation with cancer treatments and less stress. Comment: Attitude and optimism don't determine survival, but can positively affect survival. A supportive, loving relationship appears to improve health in breast cancer survivors through reducing stress and inflammation. Psychoneuroendocrinology . 2020 May 19;118:104708.    (retrieved Jun, 2020). There are currently 1090 pearls in the database. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, mistakes can and do occur. Use databank at your own risk. All pearls © 2024 by the Internet Medical Association. Click Here to view more medical pearls.