Introduction: The impact of cancer disease and its treatment on sexual health and intimate life is often underestimated or underestimated by health care personnel. The objective of the present study was to assess the sexual function of women followed for cancer in the department of medical oncology, urology and radiotherapy.

Patients and Methods:Descriptive cross-sectional study with prospective data collection in a hospital setting of women followed for cancer. The study population consisted of women over 17 years of age, followed for more than one month, with a good general condition and a stable relationship with a male partner for at least 4 weeks. The variables studied were the age, level of education, topography of the cancer, treatments received and sexual function of the patients.

Results: A total of 187 patients were interviewed, 102 patients (54.5%) were included in the study. The median age was 41.5 years (18 and 65 years). The overall frequency of sexual disorders was 97.06%. Patients had decreased sexual desire in 78.3% of cases, sexual arousal in 78.3% of cases, dyspareunia in 66.7% of cases, insufficient lubrication (78.3%), difficulty reaching orgasm (95.7%) and a reduction in the frequency of sexual intercourse (73.5%).

Conclusion: The frequency of sexual disorders in patients followed for cancer is high. Discussing sexuality with patients makes it possible to assess the degree of demand and to consider a therapeutic approach or supportive care. .

Keywords: Evaluation; Sexuality; Congolese Woman; Cancer

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Citation: Roland Bertile Banga-Mouss., et al. “Evaluation of the Sexuality of Congolese Women Followed for Cancer”.Acta Scientific Cancer Biology 7.10 (2023): 15-22.

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