Cancer & Your Sexual Health | Dr. Kristin Rojas

01/02/2022 47 min Episodio 13
Cancer & Your Sexual Health | Dr. Kristin Rojas

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Dr. Kristin E. Rojas, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a fellowship-trained breast cancer surgeon with a passion for comprehensive wellness in women’s cancer care. She is a national leader in the development of opioid-sparing initiatives in breast cancer surgery and her research focuses on addressing the sexual side effects of cancer treatment and identifying disparities in patient-reported outcomes among Hispanic women with breast cancer. She speaks about the following:Navigating the healthcare system effectively as a cancer patientSpecific solutions to minimize the impact on your sexual healthCommon sexual health side effects & symptoms you may experience as a result of cancer treatments and solutions for eachDifferences between moisturizer and lube, when to use each, and what type to use especially if you have a hormone-sensitive cancer"It's important to raise awareness about the impact of cancer treatment on sexual health, as there are interventions available and ways to address these concerns. There is hope for women to regain their sexual vitality and intimacy." - Dr. Kristin RojasReferenced in the podcast & related episodes:Dr. Rojas’ MUSIC (Menopause Eurogenital Sexual Health and Intimacy Clinic) ProgramDr. Kristin Rojas on YouTubeDr Rojas Recommended Vaginal Moisturizers and Lube: Revaree, Good Clean Love’s Bionourish, HYALO GYN and Uberlube.We Are Women’s HealthResources and episodes on Sexual HealthResources and episodes on Female CancerIf you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on Apple, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover our podcast.Share with Others: Spread the word by sharing episodes with friends, family, or anyone interested in women's health. Every share helps!Engage with Our Community: Follow us on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and engaging content. If you are interested in chronic pelvic pain or perimenopause & menopause, specifically, we've created specific social accounts: 

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