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The Social Dimensions of Prostate Cancer in Gay Men’s Sexual Lives

Andrea Waling, Gary Dowsett, Garrett Paul Prestage, Duane Duncan, Daniel du Plooy

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Abstract

Much of the research on men and prostate cancer has neglected gay and bisexual men. Assumptions are made that gay men are men too, so they must have the same experiences as heterosexual men. Recent research, however, has shown marked differences between gay and bisexual men and heterosexual men in diagnosis, treatment, care, and support. This chapter considers the recent research that is beginning to understand gay men's different experiences of prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment, arguing that a focus on the social dimensions of gay men's sexuality is needed. Three issues are explore: gay sex and sexuality, gay relationships and gay community, and HIV infection.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationGay and Bisexual Men Living with Prostate Cancer: From Diagnosis to Recovery
Editors Ussher, J., Perz, J., & Rosser, S
Place of PublicationUnited States of America
PublisherHarrington Park Press, LLC
Edition1
ISBN (Print)9781939594259
Publication statusPublished - 31 Jul 2018

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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