Abstract
Objective: To understand the meaning of sexuality for men who are on cancer treatment. Methodology: This is a field research, descriptive and qualitative approach, the data collection was performed through an interview with a semi-structured script. For the analysis of the data was used to the analysis of content proposed by Bardin. Results: Cancer has an impact on the subjects' sexuality, as it reduces the production of sperm, requires the use of a condom and changes the general physical state. When sexuality was approached, most of the interviewees considered it as an expression of sexual intercourse and sexual act, showing disappointment in this regard. Erection seems to be compromised and the other senses conferring sexuality are not exploited by the subjects who put their forces into the treatment condition. Conclusion: It is suggested that the thematic be explored by those who care directly for men in cancer treatment, and this aspect, even if viewed as secondary, elucidated and encouraged. Sexuality is a necessity and therefore seems to be important to the quality and recovery of life.