several answers here,

I had radiation only and did not experience a diminished sex drive.

In searching the web I found only that exposing the unborn to chemo drugs could be a serious problem so a condom is appropriate if you (or your partner) could become or are pregnant. Your immune system is weak so it will likely be easier to contract STD's or other infections (urinary etc.)

If you aren't pregnant, can't get pregnant, are in a monagmous healthy relationship, you should be fine without condoms. (Please verify this with your primary doctor or oncologist.)

Of course if ductape or popsicle sticks are involved I suggest Goodyear 4 ply, steel belted radial models available at most tire stores. wink


Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.