Intimacy And Sex After Prostate Cancer

From the side effects of treatment to the mental toll of a diagnosis, how can prostate cancer change intimacy and sex?

Prostate cancer is the second most commonly occurring cancer in men and the fourth most commonly occurring cancer overall. Affecting over 47,500 men yearly in the UK alone, the psychological effects on sexuality both physically and mentally can be significant. From the side effects of treatment to the mental toll of a diagnosis, how can prostate cancer change intimacy and sex?

This brief overview outlines how treatment can affect sexuality and a few ways to deal with these changes in your day to day life. For additional resources around prostate cancer head to the bottom of the page.

How can prostate cancer change intimacy?

Mentally

Experiencing cancer and facing your own mortality can hugely affect you mentally. With your mind preoccupied it is easy to ignore your sexual and intimate needs. However, it is important to remember that your sexual health contributes to your overall well-being and recovery.

Dealing with body changes after treatment for prostate cancer can cause unwanted stress and anxiety specifically for men who…