Sexual Health

Sexual health experts can help people address the sexual side effects caused by a cancer diagnosis, cancer treatment or prevention.

The following resources can help you locate an expert near you or via telehealth.

Finding sexual health experts

The Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA) has a search tool to find experts in your area who provide sexual healthcare services.
The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) maintains a tool to help people find a sexual health expert near them.

Other ways to find experts

Register for the FORCE Message Boards and post on the Find a Specialist board to connect with other people who share your situation.
The National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer centers have specialists to manage the symptoms and side effects of cancer prevention or treatment.

Resources, Tips, More Help

Many aspects of cancer treatment or preventive care can impact how people view themselves, their experience of desire, sexuality and intimacy. Sexual health experts are healthcare professionals trained in addressing these issues.

For more information, visit our section on sexual health.

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