Fear of Progression Questionnaire Short Form for Cancer Patients (FoP-Q-SF)

Fear of Progression Questionnaire Short Form for Cancer Patients (FoP-Q-SF) calculator.

Below you will see a list of statements related to your illness and possible future concerns. Please select the response that best reflects your actual situation. If a question does not apply to you, mark Never.

FoP-Q-SF items

Please read each statement carefully and choose the option that best matches your actual situation.

1. I become anxious if I think my disease may progress.

2. I am nervous prior to doctors' appointments or periodic examinations.

3. I am afraid of pain.

4. I have concerns about reaching my professional goals because of my illness.

5. When I am anxious, I have physical symptoms such as a rapid heartbeat, stomach ache, or agitation.

6. The possibility of my children contracting my disease disturbs me.

7. It disturbs me that I may have to rely on strangers for activities of daily living.

8. I am worried that at some point in time I will no longer be able to pursue my hobbies because of my illness.

9. I am afraid of severe medical treatments during the course of my illness.

10. I worry that my treatment could damage my body.

11. I worry about what will become of my family if something should happen to me.

12. The thought that I might not be able to work due to my illness disturbs me.

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Important Notice

This resource is intended for educational purposes only and is intended for US healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals should use independent medical judgment. All decisions regarding patient care must be handled by a healthcare professional and be made based on the unique needs of each patient.