Disclosure in lesbian, gay and bisexual cancer care: towards a salutogenic healthcare environment.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The literature on sexual orientation disclosure is arguably one of the most developed in the field of lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people in healthcare in English speaking countries however, relatively little research has been conducted into disclosure in cancer care. Studies have been mainly undertaken in primary care where distinct circumstances pertain and where the benefits of disclosure include obtaining appropriate health information, treatment advice and avoiding misdiagnosis.

Methods

We conducted an in-depth qualitative study primarily recruiting patients through oncology care in hospital settings and through LGB community cancer support groups. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 30 LGB patients with different cancer types.

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SUBMITTER: Fish J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6617610 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature