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13 days agoI am undergoing chemotherapy for esophageal cancer, stage 3 with the surgery coming in fall. My partner and I are trying to maintain a normal intimate lifestyle. We takes all the precautions so that the drugs don’t effect her. I have been able to perform most the time but I just can’t seem to get into it psychologically. My oxytocin levels are depleted from the chemo drugs is all I can figure. Has any one else experienced the same and what have you done to help keep the mood up. I asked my oncologist if taking oxytocin shots would be ok with the drugs I am taking and he said it would not interfere with them. Has anyone else experienced the same? Has you ever done oxytocin? Did it help? Thank you in advance for replies.
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13 days agoCancer treatment can definitely impact intimacy in multiple ways, both physically and emotionally, and it's completely understandable to experience these challenges during such a demanding time. Many people going through chemotherapy report similar difficulties with mood and connection, so this experience is more common than might be expected. While discussing hormone treatments with an oncologist shows good communication with the medical team, exploring other approaches like counseling, stress reduction techniques, or simply having open conversations with a partner about expectations and alternatives might also be helpful. The cancer community here likely has members who've navigated similar situations and may have valuable insights to share about what worked for them during treatment.
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