Sexual Wellbeing Videos Survey

We are interested to hear your thoughts and feedback on these videos. You do not need to have watched all of the videos/audio file.
We would be grateful if you would take a few minutes to answer the questions. The information will then be used to improve these resources and shape future projects. If any of the videos or questions highlight any concerns you would like to talk about, please talk to your GP or cancer team.

Medical devices for changes to your erections

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Vipin Venugopal from iMEDicare UK Ltd talking about erection changes after treatment. It explains why erections can change and how one of the treatment options (vacuum pump device) can help.

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Tips and techniques for vaginal dryness

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Katy Clark from The Christie NHS Trust talking about vaginal dryness.
It gives tips to help manage vaginal dryness, to improve comfort in daily life and sexual activity.

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Understanding vaginal narrowing and dilators

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Imogen Hemy from The Christie NHS Trust talking about vaginal narrowing after cancer treatment. Some cancer treatments can cause the vagina to become shorter and more narrow, this video explains why it can happen and how to use vaginal dilators.

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Understanding sexual identity

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Julia Pugh from The Christie NHS Trust talking about sexual identity, function and relationships. It explains how cancer and cancer treatments can change your sexual identity, how your body responds and relationships, and gives some ways to adjust and find support.

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Sexual desire change

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Julia Pugh from The Christie NHS Trust talking about sexual desire, response and pleasure after cancer. It explains why sexual desire and response can change after treatment and gives simple steps that may help you reconnect with comfort and confidence.

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Navigating changes

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Julia Pugh from The Christie NHS Trust talking about body image changes.
It gives information and tips to help with the changes to your body after treatment, how they can affect your confidence and sense of self.

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Hormone changes after cancer treatment

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Julia Pugh from The Christie NHS Trust talking about hormone changes after cancer treatment.
It explains how hormonal changes can affect your body, emotions, and sexual wellbeing and tips that can help.

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Understanding anal narrowing and anal dilation

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Lucy Buckley from The Christie NHS Trust talking about anal narrowing after cancer treatment.
Some cancer treatments can cause the anus (back passage), this video explains why it can happen, how this can affect people and how to help.

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Medicines and advice for changes to your erections

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Luke Roberts from HCA Healthcare UK talking about erection changes after treatment. It explains why erection can change after cancer treatment and some of the options that can help.

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Changes to ejaculation

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Luke Roberts from HCA Healthcare UK talking about changes to ejaculation after cancer treatments. It explains how some cancer treatments can affect ejaculation and orgasm, what changes you might notice, and when to ask for support.

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Help to choose a lubricant

This video is intended for adults who have had a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. The video has been made by Greater Manchester Cancer alliance with The Christie and input from cancer patients based in Greater Manchester.
This video features Dr Zeeshan Arif from The Christie NHS Trust talking about lubricant. It explains the different types of lubricants, how to choose one, and what to think about to find what suits you.

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Coming Soon : Audio File

In this audio session, you’ll learn easy ways to relax the muscles in your pelvis. You can follow along at your own pace to help reduce tension and improve comfort.

Psychosexual Support

Cancer and its treatments can affect your sexual wellbeing in many different ways. Changes to your body, fatigue, pain, hormonal shifts, and emotional stress can all influence how you feel about relationships and intimacy. It is common for people to experience reduced confidence, anxiety about physical changes, or difficulties with having sex function during or after treatment. These experiences are normal, and you are not alone in them. Whether you are adjusting to changes during treatment, recovering after treatment, or supporting a partner you can find suitable services for support here