Click here to view a pdf of Sexuality and Cancer, a presentation given at the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Therapists, and Counselers (ASSECT) in 2012.
Category: Sexuality and Cancer
Healthy Sexuality After Cancer
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AASECT 2013 Igniting Intimacy After Cancer
Here you will find the Igniting Intimacy after Cancer power point. Here you will find several exercise descriptions.
Penile Rehabilitation after Prostate or Pelvic Surgery or Radiation
Why Do Erections Stop Happening after Prostate Cancer Surgery? A common cause of ED is anything that damages, stretches or cuts nerves deep in the pelvis, which commonly happens during surgical or radiation intervention for prostate, colon or rectal cancer. It’s common for men with prostate cancer to have pre-surgical metabolic ED, yet prostate cancer […]
Vaginal atrophy, dryness, and lack of flexibility
I am postmenopausal – I have vaginal penetration issues that are severe, tearing and extreme dryness as well as progressive desensitization. I am looking for ways to renew vaginal tissue and increase elasticity. Where do I begin…massage vibrator? moisturizer? kegel exerciser? estriol creams? Begin with reading through the Vaginal Renewal program.
Vaginal Renewal™
Download a free PDF version of this brochure I am a cancer survivor in menopause. I don’t want to use estrogen but I am dry and sex is getting more painful. What can I do? At A Woman’s Touch, we developed a program (beginning in 1997) for people with vaginas who are experiencing dryness and […]
Vulvodynia and Vulvar Pain
Why is my vulva so sensitive? I’ve been told I may have vulvodynia. What is vulvodynia? What can be done to treat it? There are many potential causes for pain in the vulvar region, and the term “vulvodynia” is a word that describes a variety of conditions. Vulvodyina, or chronic vulvar discomfort, is characterized by […]
Vaginal Renewal after Cancer or Surgery
I have completed radiotherapy for cervical cancer, but I’ve noticed that my vaginal space isn’t as big or as flexible as it used to be. Is there anything I can do to help recover my previous abilities? First, I’d like to address the health part of your question. This part of your body has been […]