Gay prostate cancer support group
Support for the LGBTQIA+ Group with Prostate Cancer
Although prostate cancer is often described as a male cancer (including on this website), the reality is that anyone who was born with a prostate can develop prostate cancer. We’re still learning about the impact that transitional hormones and gender-confirming surgery can have on the exposure of prostate cancer. If you have a medic you trust, that is the best person to talk to about your specific risk. Prostate Cancer Canada also has a very detailed and well-cited page about the effects of gender-confirming surgery and transitional hormones on prostate cancer risk, screening, and diagnosis for trans women.
It can be emotionally complicated to have a male-associated cancer as someone who does not identify as male, especially since most prostate cancer support groups and resources are targeted at men. Consider building a support network of friends, family, or counselors with whom you sense comfortable discussing your prostate cancer diagnosis. MaleCare can also connect you with social workers who can help you. Additionally, Prostate Cancer UK is trialing an online support organization for trans women.
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Prostate Cancer Support Groups in Maine are a resource for prostate cancer survivors and their loved ones.
Where are the prostate cancer Sustain Groups?
Prostate Cancer Support Team may be found in the following locations. Please use the links below for more information about the location.
OneOne Confidential
A program offering confidential conversations began in the state of Maine so that men and their partners can talk to others who have had experience with the prostate cancer journey. OneOne Confidential is staffed by many volunteers, all prostate cancer survivors, who understand that no human need feel alone.
Women may prefer to talk with partners of prostate cancer survivors or gay or bisexual men may hope to talk with someone who understands their particular prostate cancer issues, and volunteers are available to speak to these women and men.
Please call (toll free) 1-() ext
We have many men, survivors themselves, who are trained to discuss issues connected to prostate cancer with you.
Why a prostate cancer Support Group?
- Prostate Cancer Assist Group are places to listen, ask questions, and share thoughts confidentially.
- Our purpose is to help men
LGBTQ+
Although everyone’s experience with cancer is unique, we carry out know that the LGBT cancer experience can offer many challenges, just a few of which comprise increased cancer risk, lack of social supports, and impacted communication and comfort with health care providers. The cancer experience, in addition to the stigma around sexuality and/or gender for an LGBT person navigating the medical system, can have an negative effect on a person’s health, both physically and emotionally.
As a patient navigator, you have the opportunity to humanize a setting which often feels dehumanizing for patients, particularly those that identify as LGBT. By making yourself attentive of the resources that exist and learning to ask questions that performance your sensitivity, you can make a big difference. Access to resources that are LGBT-focused and/or kind often depends upon the area you live in. While many larger, more metropolitan areas have LGBT community centers and/or services, smaller communities often lack LGBT-specific resources, which can leave LGBT people feeling isolated or marginalized. However, there are a number of national organizations that provide a multitude of services for LGBT i
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This program is being offered virtually through Zoom. In order to participate and receive the Zoom link, register by clicking the RSVP button above or by emailing programs@
You will receive the Zoom information no later than the morning of your program.
with Kenneth Johnson
We are a group of gay men who possess been diagnosed with prostate cancer or who are recovering from treatment that offer support to each other. In a peer-led community, we share our experiences and understanding to help one another leading deal with our have personal situations.
The Healing Circle for Gay Men with Prostate Cancer meets Monthly on the 4th Thursday from pm – pm ET.
About Kenneth Johnson
Kenneth Johnson, of Owings Mills, MD, is a founding member and facilitator of the Healing Circle Supporting Homosexual Men with Prostate Cancer hosted at the Smith Center since October Kenneth’s prostate cancer diagnosis in at the age of 50 began, not with any symptoms of a problem, but due to a vigilant doctor who was aware of inky men’s higher cancer peril and encouraged earlier assessing. Blood tests showed a rising PSA that trig
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