Graham's Story

Ethnicity

White British

Age

70-79

Work

Retired

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Geography

South West

Relationship status

Married/In a Civil Partnership

Listen

Hormone Therapy (injections)

Tips and advice for any sexual side effects of treatment

Talk to your partner. I wasn’t bothered unduly, because I had, and still don’t have, much libido. It might be more of a problem for your partner.

Tips and advice for any physical side effects of treatment

Take layers off during hot flush. Get medical help for skin conditions

How this treatment impacted my life the most

The physical and mental strain of the trip to hospital 5 days a week for radiotherapy The reduction in stamina due to hormones

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

Because it was the recommended best treatment for my cancer

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