Ellie’s story | We need to talk about sex and cancer | Macmillan x @LovehoneyOfficial [Video]

We need to talk about Sex and Cancer. At 14, Ellie (who is now 22) was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare soft tissue cancer.

No one told her how the treatment would impact her sexual function as an adult.

Now she is sharing her story in the hope of helping others. As leading voices on cancer and sexual wellness, Macmillan and @LovehoneyOfficial are so proud to be partnering together to amplify Ellie and others’ stories.

Everyone deserves sexual happiness, and we need to be able to have open and honest conversations about the impact that a cancer diagnosis can have while offering support, ideas and advice along the way.

Please join us in applauding Ellie for how bravely she shared her story. We hope, together, we can address the devastating impact cancer can have on us and our loved ones.

Let us know in the comments how cancer has impacted your relationships and to find out more about the support available, visit https://www.macmillan.org.uk/lovehoney

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2:44 – What is cancer treatment like?

4:35 – How does cancer affect sex?

8:46 – How does cancer affect your body?

10:05 – Can cancer cause a lack of sex drive?

11:37 – What is vulva lymphangiectasia?

12:54 – Where do I get support with cancer?

13:53 – Can I date with and after cancer?