A narrative inquiry of men’s perceptions of support and masculinity: semi-structured interviews of men living with non-cancer-related lymphoedema in the United Kingdom
Findings suggest that hegemonic masculinity persists amid multiple masculinities disrupted by chronic conditions like lymphoedema. Some men uphold traditional masculinity, whereas others adapt their expressions of masculinity. Recognising lymphoedema's impact on health and masculinity could inform more tailored approaches in services, policies and strategies.
Authors
- Nicola Gale (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5295-8841)
- Kerry Allen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7661-2340)
- Manbinder Sidhu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5663-107X)
- Garry Cooper-Stanton (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8758-8665)
Institutions
- University of Lancashire (GB)
- University College Birmingham (GB)
- Alcoa (United Kingdom) (GB)
- University of Birmingham (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of research in nursing
- Published
- 2025-08-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871251347841
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Gender Roles and Identity Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 7.73