Wound care, a form of intimate healthcare, is a very large part of cancer treatment, recovery, and maintaining bacteria free wounds. After reconstructive surgeries, some biopsies, and other illnesses, wounds are left in different places of the body that require special care. Wound care may be needed from anything from cuts, scrapes, skin punctures, or…
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Maybe you are wondering how many times per week, per month or per year you “should be” having sexual intercourse or being intimate with your partner. At some point along the way in most all relationships, this question usually rears its ugly head. It is familiar to those professionals working in sexual therapy and sexual…
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The first question many people ask when beginning their cancer treatment is, “can I still have sex with my partner during this treatment?” The answer, unless you have a physical limitation, should always be YES! Most all specialists advise their patients to find intimacy and try to have the most “regular” routines now, just as…
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Being a caregiver can be a beautiful gift to another and a wonderful insight and gift to the self. Although, some people may not be ready to jump into the caregiving role without some guidance and help to learn the most important aspects of care. Taking steps to ensure that your new caregiver succeeds is…
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One of the most important, needed and beneficial jobs in the world is being a caregiver to your ailing spouse, relative, friend or neighbor. As caregivers, we are often needed in a multitude of capacities from handyman, appointment drivers, hair-holders, shoulders to cry on, or simply a quiet person there to help ease the pain…
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In most caregiving situations, one person is designated the primary caregiver, and many other able-bodies individuals offer up their time on an as needed, or as scheduled basis. Studies done on these types of situations show that one person is often the “go to” for all aspects of communication about the situation and patient. This…
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Pancreatic cancer is cancer that begins in the tissue of the pancreas, which is an organ that resides horizontally behind the bottom half of your stomach. The pancreas releases and controls enzymes that aid in digestion and hormones that can help you control your blood sugar. This type of cancer is usually very rapid and…
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For those hearing of their cancer diagnosis for the first time, it can be a devastating and a life changing moment. Not only is your body damaged and full of this potential killer, but your mental health is also instantly altered. In today’s day and age, cancer is no longer simply the a word, and…
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