English 
简体中文 Intimacy and Lung Disease
Objectives:
At the end of the session, the participant will have:
- An increased understanding of the impact of lung disease on intimacy and sexual activity.
- An increased awareness of how to manage common concerns.
Facilitator:
This session may be facilitated by a respiratory nurse or sexual and reproductive health nurse.
| Topic | Content | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| Impact of lung disease on intimacy and on sexual activity (ref 24 and 25) | Impact of physical (breathlessness, fatigue) and emotional (fear, anxiety and depression) factors on sexual activity Impact of medications on sexual drive and function. |
C.O.P.E Module 5 Article - Let’s get intimate: Sexual intimacy while living with a lung disease |
| Sex versus love. | Communication with a partner, multiple aspects that contribute to a relationship. | C.O.P.E Module 5 |
| Strategies for addressing common concerns | Find out about going on dates, talking to a partner when you have a lung condition, breathlessness during sex, sex positions, contraception, impact of medications & treatments on intimacy and sex life. Suggestion options include pacing, suggested positions, incorporation of breathing control and energy conservation techniques, use of reliever medications and oxygen therapy, awareness of symptom exacerbation, avoidance of factors |
Handouts on alternative sexual positions for energy conservation. Lung + Asthma UK - Sex and relationships C.O.P.E Module 5 |
| Summary and questions. | Contact details for further / confidential discussion. | Article - Let's Talk About Sex (Pulmonary Rehabilitation Focus) |
