Impact of an Educational Program on Sexual Dysfunction Associated With Cervical Cancer

Research Abstract

Abstract Background: Sexuality is an important part of normal human functioning. Causes of sexual dysfunction following cervical cancer treatments may be multi-factorial but it may often result from the direct effects of the treatment. Aim: study the impact of an educational program on sexual dysfunction of women with cervical cancer Methods; Design: A quasi-experimental design. Setting: out-patient clinic in the oncology unit at Beni-Suef University Hospital. Subjects: A purposive sample of 70 women. Tools: structured interviewing questionnaire sheet, and a female sexual function index. Results: The results of the study progression and improvement of all items of women’s Sexual Function Index (Desire, Arousal, Lubrication, Orgasm, Satisfaction, and Pain) post-program compared to pre-one. Conclusion: The teaching program was very effective in improving sexuality for women with cervical cancer. Recommendations: Women's counseling activities regarding cervical cancer, and sexuality need to be popularized and facilities and decision-making aids made available to those who need them.

Research Keywords

cervical cancer, sexual dysfunction