Dr Ioannis Liakas explores how vaginal rejuvenation can enhance intimate health for post-cancer patients
Cancer treatments, particularly chemotherapy and radiotherapy, can have profound effects on a woman's body, often leading to side effects that extend well beyond the immediate physical challenges.1-3 These effects can include lymphedema, neuropathy and changes in vaginal health, impacting women’s quality of life.1,2,4
In their systematic review of 34 studies, Carter et al. highlight that gynaecological cancer survivors often face a wide range of sexual concerns. These include physical issues such as dyspareunia, vaginal changes and reduced sexual activity; psychological challenges like low libido, negative body image and performance anxiety; and social difficulties involving disrupted sexual roles, emotional distancing from partners and perceived declines in partner interest. While psychoeducational interventions may partially improve physical function or increase knowledge, they rarely…
