Many people undergoing treatment for cancer notice a decrease in sexual desire. Sexual desire may decrease due to physical pain, physical exhaustion, mental exhaustion, GI distress, nausea, skin irritation, hormonal changes, anxiety, depression, respiratory distress, loss of sexual self-esteem, negative body image, etc. In addition, relationship distress, which can be common during cancer … [Read more...] about When Cancer Treatment Gets in the Way of Sexual Desire
Sexual Issues Related to Cancer & Other Chronic Illnesses
Sexual Concerns After Bariatric Surgery
Adjusting to life after bariatric surgery can be filled with ups and downs. Many people hope that one of the impacts of the surgery is that they will feel better and look better. And of course some people believe this will translate to more and better sex! Unfortunately it’s usually not that simple. Below are some common sexual concerns I here from clients post-bariatric surgery: “I haven’t … [Read more...] about Sexual Concerns After Bariatric Surgery