Express your fears. Communication can help overcome feelings of isolation. Let your partner know how much his or her support means to you. Talk about the ways your cancer and your treatment may be affecting your feelings about sexuality and your sexual health. If you decide to reach out to other women with cancer, let your partner know that you need the reassurance of talking with someone who has shared similar experiences.
Women can provide a different kind of support.
Make it clear that this is not a criticism of your partner s efforts. Your Partner Can Provide Support Back to Top Collect medical information. Make sure to give your partner a sense of how much information you do or do not want. Too much information all at once can feel overwhelming. Do research together.