The prospect of prostate cancer: A challenge for gay men’s sexualities as they age

Asencio, Marysol; Blank, Thomas; Descartes, Lara; Crawford, Ashley

doi:10.1525/srsp.2009.6.4.38

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“…Deterioration in physical wellbeing may be associated with cancer treatment in the case of men and women with cancer [11,12]. The physical consequences of aging may also be a factor affecting physical QOL and sexual functioning, suggested by previous reports that sexual frequency and functioning declines with age for some individuals [130,131].…”

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Feeling well and talking about sex: psycho-social predictors of sexual functioning after cancer

2014

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BackgroundChanges to sexual wellbeing are acknowledged to be a long-term negative consequence of cancer and cancer treatment. These changes can have a negative effect on psychological well-being, quality of life and couple relationships. Whilst previous conclusions are based on univariate analysis, multivariate research can facilitate examination of the complex interaction between sexual function and psycho-social variables such as psychological wellbeing, quality of life, and relationship satisfaction and communication in the context of cancer, the aim of the present study.MethodSix hundred and fifty seven people with cancer (535 women, 122 men) and 148 partners (87 women, 61 men), across a range of sexual and non-sexual cancers, completed a survey consisting of standardized measures of sexual functioning, depression and anxiety, quality of life, relationship satisfaction, dyadic sexual communication, and self-silencing, as well as ratings of the importance of sex to life and relationships.ResultsMen and women participants, reported reductions in sexual functioning after cancer across cancer type, for both people with cancer and partners. Multiple regression analysis examined psycho-social predictors of sexual functioning. Physical quality of life was a predictor for men and women with cancer, and for male partners. Dyadic sexual communication was a predictor for women with cancer, and for men and women partners. Mental quality of life and depression were also predictors for women with cancer, and the lower self-sacrifice subscale of self-silencing a predictor for men with cancer.ConclusionThese results suggest that information and supportive interventions developed to alleviate sexual difficulties and facilitate sexual renegotiation should be offered to men and women with both sexual and non-sexual cancers, rather than primarily focused on individuals with sexual and reproductive cancers, as is the case currently. It is also important to include partners in supportive interventions. Interventions aimed at improving sexual functioning should include elements aimed at improving physical quality of life and sexual communication, with a focus on psychological wellbeing also being important for women with cancer.

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Feeling well and talking about sex: psycho-social predictors of sexual functioning after cancer

2014

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“…[1][2][3] Anal cancer among MSM is significantly more prevalent than in the general population. While in the general population the incidence of anal cancer is relatively low, at approximately two cases per 100,000 people, anal cancer among MSM is estimated to be 20 times greater at approximately 40 diagnosed cases per 100,00 people.…”

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HPV and Anal Cancer Knowledge Among HIV-Infected and Non-Infected Men Who Have Sex with Men

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“…Within the USA a cohort of 36 SMM who had a diagnosis of prostate cancer were placed in a study using focus groups [40]. The participants were asked to discuss their knowledge of their side effects and revealed that the gay men in this study had little understanding of their prostate and the range of sexual challenges associated with prostate cancer and its treatment.…”

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Sexual minority experiences of cancer care: A systematic review

Hill

Holborn

2015

Journal of Cancer Policy

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a b s t r a c tThere is a lack of published evidence from within the UK examining the needs of LGB cancer patients. A full systematic review of the worldwide literature was carried out with the aim to ascertain the experiences of sexual minority cancer patients and identify specific needs required.Key databases were searched with a variety of terms relating to the sexual minority cancer experience. Suitable literature was reviewed and references within all articles were search to ensure as inclusive a review as possible. Articles were subject to critical appraisal and scoring using The Support Unit for Research Evidence (SURE 2013) critical appraisal tools to assess eligibility for inclusion within the review. Twenty-five articles were selected for inclusion and were analysed. The papers were categorised into the emerging themes from the literature: Experiences of care (n = 6), Coping and Wellbeing (n = 6), Emotional Support (n = 4), Body Image (n = 3), and Sexual Function (n = 6). The data extraction revealed contrasting views and experiences of LGB individuals' experience of cancer care. Lesbian and gay individuals have different perspectives of cancer care and needs from heterosexuals. Discriminatory attitudes were found to be present in many studies as well as inequalities and gaps within care and support.There is evidence that supports the development of sexual minority specific cancer support groups. Further research of sexual minorities affected by cancer in the UK should be carried out to increase the evidence base and better identify the needs in this cultural group.

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The prospect of prostate cancer: A challenge for gay men’s sexualities as they age

Cited by 64 publications

References 44 publications

Feeling well and talking about sex: psycho-social predictors of sexual functioning after cancer

Feeling well and talking about sex: psycho-social predictors of sexual functioning after cancer

HPV and Anal Cancer Knowledge Among HIV-Infected and Non-Infected Men Who Have Sex with Men

Sexual minority experiences of cancer care: A systematic review

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