Sandy J Falk1, Don S Dizon2. 1. Sexual Health Program, Adult Survivorship Program, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA. Electronic address: sfalk@partners.org. 2. The Oncology Sexual Health First Responders Clinic, Lifespan Cancer Institute, Providence, RI; Department of Medical Oncology, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, RI.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To review the sexual health issues cancer survivors may experience, including incidence, association with treatment modalities, and approach to evaluation and treatment. DATA SOURCES: Peer-reviewed journal articles, medical society or government Web sites. CONCLUSION: Cancer diagnosis and treatment often impacts sexual function and addressing this is a key component of health-related quality of life. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: Screening, evaluation, and treatment of sexual dysfunction should be incorporated into routine oncologic care.
OBJECTIVE: To review the sexual health issues cancer survivors may experience, including incidence, association with treatment modalities, and approach to evaluation and treatment. DATA SOURCES: Peer-reviewed journal articles, medical society or government Web sites. CONCLUSION:Cancer diagnosis and treatment often impacts sexual function and addressing this is a key component of health-related quality of life. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: Screening, evaluation, and treatment of sexual dysfunction should be incorporated into routine oncologic care.
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