Psychosexual functioning in cancer survivorship: What the pediatric oncologist needs to know
Year: 2021
Type: article
Abstract: Sexual health may be disrupted in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) both during and after cancer treatment, irrespective of whether they are diagnosed in childhood, adolescence, or young adulthood. Unfortunately, oncology providers often underestimate the relevance of psychosexual issues for AYAs and underprioritize sexual health throughout treatment and survivorship. The purpose of this narrative review is to provide information on (a) the etiology of psychosexual dysfunction in childhood, adolescent, and young adult cancer patients and young adult survivors of childhood cancer; (b) strategies for communicating and evaluating potential sexual health issues of AYA patients/survivors; and (c) guidance for the practicing pediatric oncologist on how to address sexual health concerns with patients.
Source: Pediatric Blood & Cancer
DOI: 10.1002/pbc.28437
Institutions: University of Connecticut, Connecticut Children's Medical Center, UConn Health, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, University of Basel, The Ohio State University, Emory University, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Nationwide Children's Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York University
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
Funder: National Cancer Institute
Awards: G1268834291, G241219040
OpenAlex ID: W4200159010