Join Dr. Kristin Rojas on the Fempower Health podcast as she discusses sex after cancer and how treatments lead to menopause-like symptoms. Learn expert advice for managing these changes.

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Fempower Health Peri/Menopause podcast, host Georgie Kovacs interviews Dr. Kristin Rojas, a fellowship-trained breast cancer surgeon and board-certified gynecologist. Dr. Rojas is the founder of the Menopause Urogenital Sexual Health and Intimacy Clinic (MUSIC), designed to help women navigate the physical and emotional changes that come with cancer treatments, including menopause and sexual health issues. She shares invaluable insights into the often-overlooked challenges women face during menopause, especially those undergoing or recovering from cancer treatments. This conversation delves into the need for greater awareness and support for women at this stage of life, highlighting practical steps to advocate for better care.

If you're seeking trusted, research-backed answers to your health concerns, or if you're a clinician looking to better support your patients, this episode is packed with crucial information on menopause, cancer recovery, and women's health advocacy.

Discussion Points:

• How does menopause affect women undergoing cancer treatments?
• Why isn’t there more support for women transitioning into menopause?
• What can clinicians do to improve care for menopausal women, especially those affected by cancer?
• How can women advocate for themselves before, during, and after cancer treatment?
• What are the most common symptoms of menopause that women should be aware of?
• Why is sexual health often ignored in conversations about menopause, and how can women address it with their doctors?
• How can healthcare systems improve resources for women experiencing menopause and cancer-related health challenges?
• What are the best treatment options for managing menopause symptoms in cancer survivors?

Referenced in the podcast & related episodes:

• Learn about Dr. Rojas’ MUSIC (Menopause Eurogenital Sexual Health and Intimacy Clinic) Program
• Follow Dr. Kristin Rojas on YouTube
• Learn more about We Are Women’s Health and Diep C Foundation

• Resources and episodes on Sexual Health

• Resources and episodes on Female Cancer

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