Sexual Health as a Survivorship Issue for Female Cancer Survivors

As more and more people are successfully treated for and live longer with cancer, greater attention is being directed toward the survivorship needs of this population. Women treated for cancer often experience issues related to sexual health and intimacy, which are frequently cited as areas of conce...

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Published in:The oncologist (Dayton, Ohio) Ohio), 2014-02, Vol.19 (2), p.202-210
Main Authors: Dizon, Don S., Suzin, Daphne, McIlvenna, Susanne
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Breast cancer
Cancer survivor
Female
Gynecologic cancer
Humans
Neoplasms - physiopathology
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Quality of life
Sexual Behavior - physiology
Sexual Behavior - psychology
Sexual health
Survivors
Symptom Management and Supportive Care
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Summary:As more and more people are successfully treated for and live longer with cancer, greater attention is being directed toward the survivorship needs of this population. Women treated for cancer often experience issues related to sexual health and intimacy, which are frequently cited as areas of concern, even among long‐term survivors. Unfortunately, data suggest that providers infrequently discuss these issues. We reviewed a contemporary understanding of sexual health of women and the impact of treatment on both sexual function and intimacy. We also provide a review of the diagnosis using the newest classification put forth by the American Psychiatric Association in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition, and potential treatments, including both endocrine and nonendocrine treatments that the general oncologist may be asked about when discussing sexual health with his or her patients. Women treated for cancer often experience issues related to sexual health and intimacy. The authors reviewed a contemporary understanding of sexual health of women and the impact of treatment on both sexual function and intimacy.
ISSN:1083-7159
1549-490X
DOI:10.1634/theoncologist.2013-0302