Sexual Health in Breast Cancer Survivors: An Overlooked Component of Long-term Care

Oncology Advances 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jiani Ma, Xinxin Yao, Wei Li (7081), Hao Li (31608), Dongao Chen, Hui Wang (30400), Mingjun Zhang, Senbang Yao
DOI: 10.14218/ona.2025.00016
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Abstract

Breast cancer (BC) represents a significant global health burden, with over 2.3 million new cases diagnosed annually.1 With survival rates improving, long-term quality of life issues have come to the forefront, among which sexual health remains a frequently neglected core area. 2 The diagnosis and treatment of BC can profoundly and persistently impact a patient's sexual function, body image, and intimate relationships. 3 Therefore, we advocate for its integration into multidisciplinary survivorship care.4 The following areas war

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cancer survivorship and care Sexual function and dysfunction studies Women's cancer prevention and management

Publication details

Journal / source
Oncology Advances
Volume
4
Issue
1
Pages
e00016–e00016
Publication date
6 March 2026
Language
EN