How Can Clinical Teams Support Patients With a Brain Tumour Diagnosis With Sex Relationships and Intimacy?

Abstract AIMS There is a gap in supporting patients with sexual relationships and intimacy. The aim of this study to establish if brain tumour feel they are able ask questions concerns about sex, intimacy following diagnosis; there an unmet need how can be addressed. METHOD An anonymous survey was sent known neuro-oncology team. Questions were relation their experiences sex Patients asked had changes since diagnosis. They also for comments on the subject so we better understand as service improve ensure holistic care. RESULTS 40 responses. majority respondents relationship diagnosis that have changed. 57% concerned physical partner/ future partners. 50% agreed 45% people agreeing emotional 38 out questioned, not clinical team advice relationships. 46% suggested clinicians initiating these conversations. CONCLUSION Sex significant most adult populations, encompassing connection loved ones, self esteem psychological well-being. With part people’s lives hugely impacted. Historically found difficult discuss. Further work required barriers