This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Health & Fitness

Sexuality in the Breast Cancer Survivor

Sexuality is an integral part of life. Yet cancerdiagnosis and treatment can alter this facet of health and well-being. Every breast cancer survivor experiences some kind of sexual dysfunction, yet “the discussion” is often limited, awkward–or nonexistent.

Please join us for “Lets Discuss Sexuality in the Breast Cancer Survivor” next Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m at the Monter Cancer Center. The talk is part of the free Bridge to Survivorshipseries for breast cancer patients who have finished active treatment and seek information and support for their journey. It is hosted by the Monter Cancer Center (Conference Room) at 450 Lakeville Rd. in Lake Success.

This post was written by Candace Schiffer, RN, NP, part of the North Shore-LIJ Cancer Institute. 

For more North Shore-LIJ Health Blog posts, go to http://blog.northshorelij.com/ 

Contents of the health blog are the property of North Shore-LIJ Health System and are provided as a health resource for consumers, health care professionals and members of the media. The medical content on the North Shore-LIJ Health Blog is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for consultation with your physician regarding diagnosis, treatment or any other form of specific medical advice. These materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "North Shore-LIJ Health System," "North Shore-LIJ," "northshorelij.com," "VivoHealth," their related entities and logos are trademarks of the North Shore-LIJ Health System. Copyright © 2011 North Shore-LIJ Health System. All rights reserved.

Find out what's happening in Glen Covewith free, real-time updates from Patch.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?