S6 Ep15: Sam on sex and intimacy after breast cancer
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S6 Ep15: Sam on sex and intimacy after breast cancer
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About this listen
Sam is joined by Jane, one of Breast Cancer Now’s nurses, who gives insight into the sex and intimacy concerns we hear about from people with breast cancer on our helpline and ask our nurses service.
Jo Divine has kindly provided a discount to listeners: BCN10 (£5 minimum spend on full-priced products excluding P&P). This promo code expires on 30/11/25.
You can visit the Jo Divine website
You can find Sam on Instagram @samtalkssex
Listen to Liz O'Riordan's episode here
Listen to Dani Binnington's episode here
If you'd like to find out more about Breast Cancer Now's support services, visit the Breast Cancer Now website or phone our free helpline on 0808 800 6000 (UK only).
You can subscribe to this podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode is available to watch or listen to on the Breast Cancer Now website. You can also watch it on YouTube.
Key Topics:
2:01 Sam talks about her work in sex and intimacy
2:55 Jane talks about her work as one of Breast Cancer Now's nurses
3:45 The effects of breast cancer treatment on sex life
5:51 Discussing the menopause and the perimenopause
9:36 What is hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
13:16 Discussing low libido after breast cancer treatment
15:17 Dealing with vaginal dryness during sex
16:59 The importance of checking ingredients of lubricants
23:54 The effects on the vagina of lowered oestrogen levels
25:39 The benefits of vaginal oestrogen for sex life
28:06 The psychological effects of breast cancer treatment on sex and intimacy
30:13 The importance of communication
33:45 Approaching sex after breast cancer as a single person
38:51 The benefits of sex toys
48:02 Where to turn if you don't feel you can talk to your treatment team about sex and intimacy
55:32 Useful resources
1:03:09 What it means to Sam to "live well"
1:03:24 What is means to Jane to "live well"
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