Body Image After Cancer - Males

Summary—What did you learn?

  1. For many men, physical and mental changes occur after cancer treatment and these changes result in body dissatisfaction 
  2. Many men experience both visible and invisible effects of cancer treatment that affect how they see themselves, function, feel, think and act
  3. There are evidence based and practical strategies that can address the effects of cancer treatment on men’s body image
  4. It is important to realize when to seek mental health support and that getting help earlier is better than waiting