Drs. Hope Rugo and Kristin Rojas discuss advances in the management of menopausal symptoms, fertility preservation, and bone health for women on endocrine therapy for breast cancer.
The discussion covers management approaches for vasomotor symptoms, genitourinary syndrome of menopause, bone health, and fertility concerns, providing valuable guidance for improving patients’ quality of life and adherence to treatment. Tune in for expert insights and practical strategies for oncologists and healthcare providers.
Hormonal therapy can cause a number of troubling issues for women, including loss of libido, hot flashes, and pain during sex. At the 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting, Dr. Kristin Rojas chaired a session called “A Juggling Act: Managing the Toxicity of Estrogen Deprivation for Patients With Breast Cancer.”
Listen to the podcast to hear Dr. Rojas explain:
Some of the most problematic issues and how they can be treated
Some of the therapies, products, and devices to avoid
I had the great pleasure to get together with Nalie Agustin and Stephanie Seban during the Miami Breast Conference, and make some time to record an episode for their Thriver Talks Podcast to talk about sexual health for cancer patients. You are not alone, everything that you are struggling with is normal, and there are ways to make it better! I’m inspired by the strength of the patient community, and grateful to learn from your personal experiences so I can continue working on research and treatments. I hope you enjoy the conversation and find it useful.
From Thriver Talks:
The long awaited “SEX-pisode”. In episode 20 of Thriver Talks we break down needless barriers and discuss intimacy during and after treatment. We believe that the more questions we ask, the more access we have to answers; that we don’t need to suffer alone; and that this community was created specifically for tough questions and vulnerable topics.
Our guest, Dr. Rojas is not your typical oncological breast surgeon, founding the MUSIC Sex After Cancer program when she discovered how many of her patients were suffering from side affects influencing intimacy with their partner.
In this episode, you will learn:
– Our experiences with intimacy after diagnosis and treatment – Dr. Rojas’s perspective on this enormous need in the thriver community and what she’s doing about it – Resources and tactical tips to address the three most common intimacy concerns noted by patients
RESOURCES: Single Ingredient Coconut Oil Hyalo Gyn Gel (Coupon Code: ProHydrate) Bonafide Revaree Hyaluronic Acid Insert Good Clean Love Uberlube Quim Happy Clam Quim Night Moves Foria Wellness Awaken Arousal Oil Dip Sea Stories
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