This study aims to obtain information related to the experiences of breast cancer patients using complementary therapies at Adventist Hospital in Bandung City. This research method is qualitative research with a descriptive explorative research type. The results of this study provide an overview of breast cancer patients' experiences using complementary therapies. This experience is described in six themes, namely: (1) herbal is the leading choice of complementary therapy; (2) friends are a source of information in determining the type of complementary therapy; (3) complementary therapy requires a lengthy healing time; (4) fear of surgery is the main reason for choosing complementary therapy; (5) expensive cost is an obstacle that is often encountered in using complementary therapy; (6) the use of CAM as an effort to improve the welfare of breast cancer patients. In conclusion, complementary therapies such as good herbal medicine, juice therapy, electro-capacitive cancer therapy (ECCT), gamat jelly, and Papuan ant nest teas have varying prices. When used for a long time, the accumulated costs incurred are more expensive than operating costs.
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Keywords: Breast Cancer, Experience, Complementary Therapy