Experiencias de la sexualidad en pacientes adultos con diagnósti-co de leucemia sometidos a quimioterapia

Main objective: To describe sexuality experiences, in adults diagnosed with leu-kemia, undergoing chemotherapy. Methodology: Qualitative, exploratory study of phenomenological trend. A total of eight participants. Two in-depth interviews were conducted for each one. The analysis was collected of all information and tracked topics. The essence was captured and some sub-topics were established. The meaning of the experience of sexuality was deepened. It was approved by the Ethics Committee. Main results: Three analytical topics were unveiled: (1) Relations are strengthened, (2) With the disease sexual desire is inhibited and (3) Information needs about sexuality. Main conclusion: Sexuality is expressed in relationships and interaction with family. Sexual desire is inhibited because sex is outside its priori-ties. It is necessary complete and clear information about sexuality by the health personnel.