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A preliminary randomized controlled study of a comprehensive intervention aimed at enhancing sexual function in women who have survived breast cancer

  • By

  • Noël M. Arring

  • Carolyn Lafferty

  • Jeanne Carter

  • Deborah Marshall

  • Jennifer Barsky Reese

  • September 9, 2026

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    The study assessed the feasibility of a combined intervention of hypnotic relaxation and vaginal moisturizer for breast cancer survivors.

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    Participants reported vaginal dryness and negative body image, necessitating interventions addressing both physical and psychological concerns.

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    Thirty participants were randomized into two groups, with high adherence rates of 92% for the hypnotic relaxation group and 90% for the moisturizer group.

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    Improvements were noted in sexual desire, body image, and GSM-related outcomes, with significant effects observed in lubrication and pain.

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    The pilot trial suggests that the combined use of hypnotic relaxation and vaginal moisturizer may enhance sexual function and body image in survivors.

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A pilot randomized controlled trial of a multicomponent intervention to improve sexual function in female breast cancer survivors

  • by Noël M. Arring, Carolyn Lafferty, Jeanne Carter, Deborah Marshall, Jennifer Barsky Reese

  • September 9, 2026

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