| Literature DB >> 27269305 |
Sarah J Ellis1,2, Claire E Wakefield1,3, Jordana K McLoone1,2, Eden G Robertson1,2, Richard J Cohn1,2,3.
Abstract
Cancer diagnoses and treatment may have long-term effects on fertility. Semistructured interviews were administered to young cancer survivors (<20 years) and their parents (n = 97). Fertility related concerns were reported by 45 participants (46.4%). Themes included: distress regarding potential infertility; the effect of infertility on future relationships, self-esteem, and miscommunications/confusion about fertility status; access to fertility testing; and preservation options. Parents also reported challenges regarding how and when it was developmentally appropriate to talk to their children about fertility. The development of comprehensive consumer-driven approaches to managing the fertility concerns of young survivors and their families is essential.Entities:
Keywords: adolescent; cancer; coping; fertility; parents; pediatric
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Year: 2016 PMID: 27269305 DOI: 10.1080/07347332.2016.1196806
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Psychosoc Oncol ISSN: 0734-7332