

SPOUSE & PARTNER
With your spouse or partner, it might be helpful to be clear about your needs and how they can support you.2 They may want to be involved with your medical appointments to gain a better understanding of your disease, treatment options, and side effects you might experience.2 You should also consider your partner’s needs, as they may feel equally lost or overwhelmed.2 Treatment for breast cancer will inevitably impact your body physically, and if you are pre-menopausal, your sex drive might lessen.2,3 Discussing these changes with your partner will help you both while you go through treatment, as your spouse or partner may be concerned about physical intimacy.3