Quality of life, self-esteem, fatigue, and sexual function in young men after cancer

Cancer ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 116 (6) ◽  
pp. 1592-1601 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana M. Greenfield ◽  
Stephen J. Walters ◽  
Robert E. Coleman ◽  
Barry W. Hancock ◽  
John A. Snowden ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Young Men ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
After Cancer

The Obesity Epidemic and Sexual Health (DRAFT)

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steven Lamm ◽  
Jonathan Bekisz
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Complex Interplay ◽  
Obesity Epidemic ◽  
Attitudes And Behaviors ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
Meaningful Relationships

There are few conditions that have such wide-ranging effects on sexual function as obesity. Though many of the exact mechanisms are yet to be elucidated, its impacts on the cardiovascular, endocrine, and nervous systems, among others, bestow upon obesity an almost unrivaled ability to devastate the human sexual response. Further, the effects of obesity extend beyond the purely physiologic into the psychologic and have the ability to impair both males and females alike. The downstream sequelae of sexual dysfunction secondary to obesity can significantly impair an individual’s quality of life, affecting his or her self-esteem, opportunity to form and maintain meaningful relationships, and ability to reproduce if desired, all of which can further promote pro-obesogenic attitudes and behaviors. Thus there is tremendous incentive for appreciation and understanding of the complex interplay between obesity and sexual function, as well as their relation to an individual’s overall physical and mental health.

scholarly journals Psycho-Sexual Influence of Sterilization on Women’s Quality of Life: A Path Model

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samaneh Youseflu ◽  
Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Direct Effect ◽  
Indirect Effect ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Body Image Concern

Abstract Background: This study aimed to test a conceptual model considering the interrelated role of menorrhagia, body image concern, self-esteem, anxiety and depression, sexual function, on quality of life (QOL) of sterilized women.Methods: The current study was conducted as a retrospective cohort study on 200 sterilized women. Data were collected using a socio-demographic checklist, Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), Pictorial Blood Loss Assessment Chart (PBLAC), Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Body Image Concern Inventory (BICI), and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale.Results: Results show that anxiety (β =-0.51), sexual function (β =0.15) self-esteem (β =0.15), and body image dissatisfaction (β = -0.10) have a direct effect on women’s QOL. Higher level of anxiety, body dissatisfaction with direct effect can be reduce QOL. Anxiety (β =-0.05), sexual function (β =0.20), and menorrhagia (β =-0.09) with indirect effect impress QOL. Higher level of anxiety with indirect effect thorough self-esteem can worsen QOL (β =-0.05).Conclusion: Regarding the psycho-sexual influence of sterilization on women’s QOL, a comprehensive consultation about the negative consequence of sterilization before TL, and psychotherapeutic and psychosexual help after sterilization should be offered.

scholarly journals Fertility Preservation and Sexual Health After Cancer Therapy

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (10) ◽  
pp. 643-651 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nigel Pereira ◽  
Glenn L. Schattman
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Fertility Preservation ◽  
Cancer Treatments ◽  
Life Issues ◽  
After Cancer

Recent developments in cancer diagnostics and treatments have considerably improved long-term survival rates. Despite improvements in chemotherapy regimens, more focused radiotherapy and diverse surgical options, cancer treatments often have gonadotoxic side-effects that can manifest as loss of fertility or sexual dysfunction, particularly in young cancer survivors. In this review, we focus on two pertinent quality-of-life issues in female cancer survivors of reproductive age—fertility preservation and sexual function. Fertility preservation encompasses all clinical and laboratory efforts to preserve a woman’s chance to achieve future genetic motherhood. These efforts range from well-established protocols such as ovarian stimulation with cryopreservation of embryos or oocytes, to nascent clinical trials involving cryopreservation and re-implantation of ovarian tissue. Therefore, fertility preservation strategies are individualized to the cancer diagnosis, time interval until initiation of treatments must begin, prognosis, pubertal status, and maturity level of patient. Some patients choose not to pursue fertility preservation, and the conversation then centers around other quality of life issues. Not all cancer treatments cause loss of fertility; however, most treatments can directly impact the physical and psychosocial aspects of sexual function. Cancer treatment is also associated with fear, anxiety, and depression, which can further decrease sexual desire, function, and frequency. Sexual dysfunction after cancer treatment is generally ascertained by compassionate inquiry. Strategies to promote sexual function after cancer treatment include pelvic floor exercises, clitoral therapy devices, pharmacologic agents, as well as couples-based psychotherapeutic and psycho-educational interventions. Quality-of-life issues in young cancer survivors are often best addressed by utilizing a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, nurses, social workers, psychiatrists, sex educators, counselors, or therapists.

Effects of cancer therapy on sexuality and quality of life (QoL) of patients with gynecologic malignancies (GM): Results from 55 pts.

2012 ◽  
Vol 30 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. e19597-e19597
Author(s):  
Adak Pilger ◽  
Rolf Richter ◽  
Christina Fotopoulou ◽  
Carmen Rosa Beteta ◽  
Fakher Ismaeel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cancer Therapy ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Vulvar Cancer ◽  
Sexual Problems ◽  
Disease Stage ◽  
Validated Questionnaires ◽  
Relevant Topic ◽  
After Cancer

e19597 Background: Sexuality is a crucial issue influenced by social norms, shame and moral taboos and is generally not discussed in the clinical day and research community. Aim of our study was to systematically evaluate the sexual function and quality of life of cancer pts after operative and systemic treatment in GM. Methods: We assessed in a prospective setting sexual function and quality of life aspects of patients with histological proven GM after completed treatment. Validated questionnaires about sexuality (Female Sexual Function Index 19 items), quality of life (SF-12) as well an additional semi-structured questionnaire consisting of 20 items were answered by all pts at the earliest 3 months after end of treatment during cancer care follow up visit. Results: Overall 55 pts with median age 61 (range, 22-74) were evaluated including 54% ovarian, 26% breast, 13% cervical cancer, 2% endometrial- and 6% vulvar cancer pts. Overall 32.7% (n=18) of the pts stated that they have sexual problems. Based on the FSFI (<26.5) more pts (58.2%) presented sexual problems. The main reasons for an impaired sexuality were a subjective lost of attractiveness (45%; n=9); vaginal dryness (25%; n=5) followed by fear of injury (20%; n=4). 36.4% (n=20) described a change of sexuality after cancer therapy, 8 pts stated positive, 12 pts negative changes. 40% of the pts stated that they have not searched for information about sexual aspects during or after cancer therapy while 25% of the pts have asked their physicians. Patients who lived in a partnership had higher SF12 scores than singles but not different global QoL-scores. Multivariate analysis revealed ovarian, endometrial, and vulvar cancer but not age, disease stage and presence of partner to negatively affect sexual function . SF12 evaluation showed significantly higher psychological functionality with increasing age. Impaired sexuality was always associated with lower scores in SF12. Conclusions: There is a high need of sexual function assessment after cancer treatment of GM patients using validated questionnaires. Only few pts have access to information about sexuality. Strategies are warranted to improve the discussion about this relevant topic.

scholarly journals Psycho-sexual influence of sterilization on women’s quality of life: a path model

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samaneh Youseflu ◽  
Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Indirect Effect ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Path Model ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Body Image Concern

Abstract Background Tubal ligation, as a permanent contraception method, have a negative and positive impact on women’s life. This study aimed to test a conceptual model considering the interrelated role of menorrhagia, body image concern, self-esteem, sexual function, anxiety and depression on quality of life (QOL) of sterilized women. Methods The current study was conducted as a cross-sectional study on 200 sterilized women. Data were collected using a socio-demographic checklist, Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), pictorial blood loss assessment chart, female sexual function index, hospital anxiety and depression scale, body image concern inventory, and Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient and path analysis. Results Results show that anxiety, sexual function, self-esteem, and body image dissatisfaction have a direct effect on women’s QOL. Higher level of anxiety, and body dissatisfaction directly reduce QOL. Sexual function, and menorrhagia, with an indirect effect through anxiety, reduces QOL. Higher level of anxiety with indirect effect thorough self-esteem can worsen QOL. Also, sexual function indirectly affects QOL through anxiety. Conclusion It looks that the proposed predictors of this model are greatly important. These findings give support for a hypothetical model in which betterment in SF, body image satisfaction, self-esteem, anxiety, and menorrhagia led to a good QOL of sterilized women. Hence, in designing care for sterilized women, these factors should be considered.

scholarly journals Vulvar Pruritus: A Review of Clinical Associations, Pathophysiology and Therapeutic Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haya S. Raef ◽  
Sarina B. Elmariah
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Contact Dermatitis ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Lichen Sclerosus ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Complex Interplay ◽  
Frequent Symptom ◽  
Unpleasant Sensation ◽  
Clinical Associations

Vulvar pruritus is an unpleasant sensation and frequent symptom associated with many dermatologic conditions, including infectious, inflammatory and neoplastic dermatoses affecting the female genitalia. It can lead to serious impairment of quality of life, impacting sexual function, relationships, sleep and self-esteem. In this review, common conditions associated with vulvar itch are discussed including atopic and contact dermatitis, lichen sclerosus, psoriasis and infectious vulvovaginitis. We review the potential physiologic, environmental and infectious factors that contribute to the development of vulvar itch and emphasize the importance of addressing their complex interplay when managing this disruptive and challenging symptom.

scholarly journals Correction of sexual dysfunction in women of perimenopausal age with stress urinary incontinence

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 104-107
Author(s):  
А.P. Hryhorenko ◽  
О.H. Horbatiuk ◽  
А.S. Shatkovska ◽  
А.M. Binkovska ◽  
V.Y. Onyshko
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Urinary Incontinence ◽  
Stress Urinary Incontinence ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Daily Activity ◽  
Transobturator Tape ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Sling Procedure

The article presents the data on a study of sexual function in perimenopausal age women with stress urinary incontinence after transobturator tape (TOT) sling procedure with the subsequent prescription of vaginal estrogens during the month. Purpose — to assess the effectiveness of influence transobturator tape (TOT) sling procedure with the subsequent prescription of vaginal estrogens during the month on sexual function in perimenopausal age women with stress urinary incontinence. We evaluate the recovery of sexual function in 16 perimenopausal age (45-50 years) women with stress urinary incontinence after transobturator tape (TOT) sling procedure with the subsequent prescription of vaginal estrogens during the month using the Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) questionnaire. In 1 month after the treatment we found an improvement in the daily activity of women in 3 times, self-esteem in 2.6 times, sexual function in 2 times, the overall quality of life in 3.3 times, a decrease of emotional stress in 2.8 times, the reduction of additional effort in 3.3 times. A decrease in sexual discomfort was found in the postoperative period in 75% of women, number women with lack of libido decreased by 31.25%, and a number of women who had orgasms during coitus increased by 25%. Thus, transobturator tape (TOT) sling procedure with the subsequent prescription of vaginal estrogens during the month normalized sexual dysfunction in perimenopausal age women with stress urinary incontinence.

scholarly journals Psycho-Sexual Influence of Sterilization on Women’s Quality of Life: A Path Model

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samaneh Youseflu ◽  
Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Indirect Effect ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Path Model ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Body Image Concern

Abstract Background: Tubal ligation (TL), as a permanent contraception method, have a negative and positive impact on women’s life. This study aimed to test a conceptual model considering the interrelated role of menorrhagia, body image concern, self-esteem, sexual function, anxiety and depression on quality of life (QOL) of sterilized women. Methods: The current study was conducted as a cross-sectional study on 200 sterilized women. Data were collected using a socio-demographic checklist, Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), Pictorial Blood Loss Assessment Chart (PBLAC), Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Body Image Concern Inventory (BICI), and Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient and path analysis. Results: Results show that anxiety, sexual function, self-esteem, and body image dissatisfaction have a direct effect on women’s QOL. Higher level of anxiety, and body dissatisfaction directly reduce QOL. Sexual function, and menorrhagia, with an indirect effect through anxiety, reduces QOL. Higher level of anxiety with indirect effect thorough self-esteem can worsen QOL. Also, sexual function indirectly affects QOL through anxiety.Conclusion: It looks that the proposed predictors of this model are greatly important. These findings give support for a hypothetical model in which betterment in SF, body image satisfaction, self-esteem, anxiety, and menorrhagia led to a good QOL of sterilized women. Hence, in designing care for sterilized women, these factors should be considered.

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