Sexuality after treatment of head and neck cancer: Findings based on modification of sexual adjustment questionnaire

Moreno, Kattia; Khabbaz, Eyad; Gaitonde, Krishnanath; Meinzen‐Derr, Jareen; Wilson, Keith; Patil, Yash

doi:10.1002/lary.23347

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“…Right hemisphere brain tumour resections have been implicated in post-surgical impairment of sexual arousal and orgasm (Surbeck, Herbet, & Duffau, 2015). difficulties with swallowing, breathing, and speech) interfere with patients' and partners' ability to enjoy kissing and oral sex (Moreno et al, 2012). difficulties with swallowing, breathing, and speech) interfere with patients' and partners' ability to enjoy kissing and oral sex (Moreno et al, 2012).…”

Section: Effects Of Surgery On Sexual Wellbeingmentioning

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A comprehensive review of sexual health concerns after cancer treatment and the biopsychosocial treatment options available to female patients

2017

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The repercussions of cancer diagnosis and treatment profoundly impact the sexual wellbeing of women prior to, during, and following cancer treatment. Sexual health concerns are often under-addressed within clinical and research settings, and information tends to be limited to women with breast or gynecological cancers. In this narrative literature review, the authors critically evaluate research published between 1990 and 2016, pertaining to sexual health concerns of women diagnosed with cancer, of any type or stage, and to the psychosocial and biomedical interventions that currently exist for the treatment of sexual health-related side-effects (e.g. vaginal dryness, dyspareunia and vulvo-vaginal atrophy). The findings of 109 published articles are discussed and summarised according to four central themes: how cancer affects female sexual wellbeing; physical impacts of cancer diagnosis and treatment; emotional impacts of cancer diagnosis and treatment; and interventions for sexual dysfunction. Suggestions to enhance research and clinical practice in relation to the sexual health concerns of women following cancer treatments are also presented. Concerns pertaining to women's sexual health are diverse, multiple, and pervade all types and stages of cancer. Several evidence-based psychosocial and biomedical interventions exist to help women manage physical and psychosocial ramifications of cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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A comprehensive review of sexual health concerns after cancer treatment and the biopsychosocial treatment options available to female patients

2017

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“…11,14–16 There is a strong evidence base suggesting that sexual problems are not limited to women with breast or gynecologic cancer diagnoses but rather are common and distressing for women diagnosed with a range of different cancers (e.g., colorectal, 2,17–19 bone marrow transplant, 20–22 head and neck). 23–25 Unlike other post-treatment health concerns that improve over time (e.g., pain), without intervention sexual concerns tend to persist for women with cancer, leading to long-term sexual distress and potential negative consequences for women’s individual and relationship well-being. 26–29 Further, if unaddressed, sexual problems can also compromise cancer treatment or prevention efforts.…”

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Talking about women's sexual health after cancer: Why is it so hard to move the needle?

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Bober

Daly

2017

Cancer

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Précis Despite increasing calls to integrate sexual health into routine cancer care, the majority of women diagnosed with cancer do not receive information about how their cancer treatments will affect their sexual health. With the significant challenges that exist to clinical discussion of sexual health, efforts on multiple fronts are needed to close the gap in the care of women diagnosed with cancer.

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“…Modifications have been presented in head and neck oncology. 25 The FACT-H&N 26 is a multidimensional, self-reported quality of life instrument specifically designed for use in patients with cancer of the head and neck. Twenty-seven core items, which assess function in 4 domains (physical, social/family, emotional, and functional well-being), are further supplemented by 12 site-specific items that assess symptoms related to the head and neck.…”

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Validated questionnaires on intimacy in patients who have had cancer

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British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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Sexuality after treatment of head and neck cancer: Findings based on modification of sexual adjustment questionnaire

Abstract: Patients who are male and ≤ 60 years have a higher probability of sexual satisfaction during recovery. Our sexual dysfunction questionnaire will be administered in further prospective studies in patients with head and neck cancer.

Cited by 32 publications

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A comprehensive review of sexual health concerns after cancer treatment and the biopsychosocial treatment options available to female patients

A comprehensive review of sexual health concerns after cancer treatment and the biopsychosocial treatment options available to female patients

Talking about women's sexual health after cancer: Why is it so hard to move the needle?

Validated questionnaires on intimacy in patients who have had cancer

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