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Glossary

Pelvic radiation therapy

A woman’s sex life and vaginal health may be adversely affected by cancer radiation therapy to the pelvic area.

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Hysterectomy

There are four main types of hysterectomy. The type you have depends on why you need the operation and how much of your uterus and surrounding reproductive system can be safely left intact. 

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Genital Reconstruction Surgery (GRS)

Genital Reconstruction Surgery (GRS) is a surgical procedure that changes the physical characteristics of a person’s genitalia. 

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Endocrine therapy

Treatment for oestrogen positive breast cancers may include endocrine therapy (e.g. tamoxifen).

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Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists specializing in pregnancy, postnatal care, pelvic pain, and pelvic floor dysfunction have the expertise to assess and treat these conditions effectively.

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Dilation therapy

Vaginal dilators are medical devices designed to gently stretch, prevent narrowing and gradually improve the flexibility of the vaginal canal.

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Chemotherapy

Women undergoing chemotherapy for cancer will often experience symptoms of early menopause.

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