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Psychosexual impact of gynaecological malignancy
Author(s) -
Kew Fiona M,
Nevin James,
Cruickshank Derek J
Publication year - 2002
Publication title -
the obstetrician and gynaecologist
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1744-4667
pISSN - 1467-2561
DOI - 10.1576/toag.2002.4.4.193
Subject(s) - psychosexual development , sexual function , malignancy , medicine , disease , sexual dysfunction , psychology , psychiatry , developmental psychology , pathology
Despite being common, the impact of gynaecological malignancies on sexual functioning has been largely ignored. Many factors contribute to psychosexual morbidity in these patients, including premorbid sexual function and the physical and psychological effects of the disease and treatment(s). This review aims to highlight the factors that contribute to psychosexual morbidity and to discuss the management options that are available.