Perspectives on Self-Reported Sexual Dysfunction by Palliative Care Patients with Cancer.

ABSTRACT: Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate from the perspective of palliative care (PC) patients with cancer, the frequency of sexual dysfunction (SD) and their views regarding the communication with their physicians. Design, Setting, and Participants: Adult PC patients with cancer seen at a Supportive Care Clinic in the United States were invited to participate in a survey about SD. Results: A total of 100 patients completed the survey. Only 29% would like to discuss SD with a clinician, even though 81% experienced it in the previous year, and 55% were dissatisfied with their sexual function. Only 20% reported that their clinician ever asked them about SD. Most (79%) considered appropriate to be inquired about SD, but only 32% thought it

SUBMITTER: Bramati PS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11971609 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature