Who's at risk of sexual side effects?

Women with the greatest risk of sexual side effects include those being treated for:

• Bladder cancer
• Breast cancer
• Cervical cancer
• Colon cancer
• Endometrial cancer
• Ovarian cancer
• Rectal cancer
• Uterine cancer
• Vaginal cancer
• Vulvar cancer

Treatment for any cancer carries the risk of causing physical changes to your body that can alter your body image and your sexuality. But having cancer also affects your emotions, no matter what type of cancer you have. For instance, you may feel anxious and worn out about your diagnosis, your treatment or your prognosis. These emotions can also affect your attitude toward sex and intimacy with your partner.