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versão On-line ISSN 1699-5988versão impressa ISSN 1132-1296
Resumo
PINEDA GUTIERREZ, Carolina; GIRALDO MONTOYA, Dora Isabel e RESTREPO PAYAN, Hernando. Experiences of sexuality on adult patients diagnosed with leukemia submitted to chemotherapy. Index Enferm [online]. 2020, vol.29, n.1-2, pp.18-22. Epub 19-Out-2020. ISSN 1699-5988.
Main objective:
To describe sexuality experiences, in adults diagnosed with leukemia, undergoing chemotherapy.
Methodology:
Qualitative, exploratory study of phenomenological trend. A total of eight participants. Two in-depth interviews were conducted for each one. The analysis was collected of all information and tracked topics. The essence was captured and some sub-topics were established. The meaning of the experience of sexuality was deepened. It was approved by the Ethics Committee.
Main results:
Three analytical topics were unveiled: (1) Relations are strengthened, (2) With the disease sexual desire is inhibited and (3) Information needs about sexuality.
Main conclusion:
Sexuality is expressed in relationships and interaction with family. Sexual desire is inhibited because sex is outside its priorities. It is necessary complete and clear information about sexuality by the health personnel.
Palavras-chave : Leukaemia; Drug therapy; Sexuality; Nursing care.