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Sexuality and Intimacy
Posted by:
Patient Services Team on
June 6, 2011 at
8:30AM UEDT
This week our team will be talking about the physical and emotional
effects a brain tumor diagnosis and treatment can have on one’s
sexuality and desire for intimacy. While today’s brain tumor treatments
are often very effective, they come with side effects such as fatigue,
pain, and nausea, as well as medications to help manage those side
effects. Both treatments for your tumor and the medications for the side
effects can impact your sexual function.
Sexuality involves more
than just sex; it includes intimate relationships, sexual identity, and
important forms of emotional support. Like anyone else, brain tumor
survivors who are experiencing a sexual problem may feel embarrassed and
may hesitate to discuss it with their partner or health care
professional. However, many of the sexual problems survivors experience
are very common. It is not only acceptable, but a good idea to bring
your concerns to your health care professional so that you can improve
your sexual function and your quality of life.
Do you have advice for others on coping with changes in sexuality or intimacy after the diagnosis and treatment of a brain tumor? Share with the community.
Patient Services Team
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