Abstract
Changes to sexuality and intimacy can be one of the most problematic aspects of life post-breast cancer, with the impact lasting for many years after treatment. When compared with healthy, same-aged women, women with breast cancer experience lower levels of sexual satisfaction and have more difficulty maintaining their sexual life because of pain, fatigue, vaginal dryness, body image concerns, decreased sexual interest or desire, numbness in previously sensitive breasts, and difficulty achieving orgasm. The quality of a woman's intimate relationship and partner support are the major predictors of a positive outcome following sexual changes.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | The International Encyclopedia of Human Sexuality |
| Publisher | Wiley |
| Pages | 1-2 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781118896877 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781405190060 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2015 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. All rights reserved.
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- body image
- femininity
- relationship quality
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