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Subject: Breast Cancer & Orgasms
Category: Science
Asked by: reesespiece-ga
List Price: $10.00
Posted: 25 Apr 2005 13:59 PDT
Expires: 25 May 2005 13:59 PDT
Question ID: 514070
I am looking for the research article source for this tidbit about
breast cancer and orgasms from an US News & World Report article. 
I've searched Medline and PubMed, but can't seem to find the source:

In an ongoing study, Ohio
University gynecologist Dudley Chapman has followed the progress of
women with breast cancer and finds that the frequency of orgasm might
aid their health progress; the more climaxes they have, the healthier
they are. He discounts the idea that the beneficial impact of orgasm is
due to the general love and support given the cancer victims by their
lovers because several of the women who improved most live alone and
masturbate to orgasm. "I don't want to wave any flags and say [orgasm]
cures cancer," Chapman cautions. "Still, I'm optimistic that we're on to
something here."
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Subject: Re: Breast Cancer & Orgasms
Answered By: czh-ga on 25 Apr 2005 21:10 PDT
Rated:5 out of 5 stars
 
Hello reesespiece-ga,

I?ve done a very thorough research on Dr. Dudley Chapman and the
referenced report you?re asking for and I?m convinced that this was
not a peer reviewed research project. I have not been able to locate
the research report but have fairly convincing evidence that even if
it exists it does not have scientific validity.

The article you quoted was published in 1994. I found a legal judgment
from 1991 that reviewed Dr. Chapman?s involvement with another
research project and concluded that ?Dr. Chapman's study lacks
credibility and his opinion regarding Oncor's effectiveness is not
persuasive.?

Dr. Chapman is still listed as a member of the faculty at the
Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality in San Francisco. I
suggest that you try to contact him directly for further information
about his research on the health effects of orgasm for women suffering
from breast cancer. Many of the articles quoting Dr. Chapman say he is
a professor at Ohio University. This is not true at this time but he
may have been on the faculty at the time that he was originally quoted
about his findings.

As I said, I could not find the research report but I found many other
Web sites that quoted the US News & World Report without attribution.
I was able to find research reports about ?orgasm? and ?breast cancer?
but none of them confirmed the claims made by Dr. Chapman. If
anything, the research reports discussed the sexual difficulties of
cancer patients.

I?ve spent much more time on this research than justified for the
price but I was determined to convince myself that there was some
basis for the article you quoted. Unfortunately, my finding are
negative. Customers are sometimes disappointed that what they?re
looking for doesn?t exist. Please ask for clarification about anything
I?ve found.

Wishing you well.

~ czh ~


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DR. DUDLEY CHAPMAN
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http://www.iashs.edu/
Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality

http://www.iashs.edu/faculty.html
J. DUDLEY CHAPMAN: D.O. 1953, College of Osteopathic Medicine and
Surgery, Iowa; M.D. 1962, UC Irvine College of Medicine, California;
D.Sc. 1967 College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery; Ph.D. 1987,
Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, ACS. SPECIALTIES:
Sexual physiology, anatomy and endocrinology.

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http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1218/is_n15_v117/ai_n12435546/pg_1
U.S. News & World Report, Oct 17, 1994 v117 n15 p74(7) 
Sex in America. (survey on U.S. sexual practices and attitudes) (Cover
Story) Joannie M. Schrof.

Not only is orgasm the peak of physical pleasure, it may have
significant health benefits that mirror some of the salutary effects
of exercise. Orgasm acts as a powerful pain-relief agent, and some
studies suggest it bolsters immune functioning. The typical orgasm
will boost the body's T3 and T4 lymphocyte cells-- the cells that
fight off foreign invaders--by up to 20 percent. In an ongoing study,
Ohio University gynecologist Dudley Chapman has followed the progress
of women with breast cancer and finds that the frequency of orgasm
might aid their health progress; the more climaxes they have, the
healthier they are. He discounts the idea that the beneficial impact
of orgasm is due to the general love and support given the cancer
victims by their lovers because several of the women who improved most
live alone and masturbate to orgasm. "I don't want to wave any flags
and say [orgasm] cures cancer," Chapman cautions. "Still, I'm
optimistic that we're on to something here."

***** This is the article you quote in your question.

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http://www.usps.com/judicial/1991deci/37-105.htm
P.S. Docket No. 37/105 -- SERGIO & SPIEGEL TELEVISION FOR ONCOR, INC.
and ONCOR and TAYLOR-WRIGHT PHARMACALS, INC. and ...
09/16/91

Respondents' Expert Witnesses

28. Joseph Dudley Chapman, D.O., is a gynecologist, teacher, author,
editor, and sex therapist. He is an expert in sexual dysfunction (Tr.
150). After receiving his B.S. from Roosevelt University of Chicago,
he attended the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in Des
Moines, Ohio. He later received a Ph.D. from the Institute for the
Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, where he is now on the faculty (Tr.
139-140). He is also a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology
at Ohio University (Tr. 140). He has written two books, "The Feminine
Mind and Body" and "The Sexual Equation," presented many papers before
professional groups, written about 100 articles on a broad range of
subjects including many on gynecology and obstetrics, and has given
many lectures and media appearances on sexuality because of his
intense convictions about the subject (Tr. 141; RX-7).

31. Based on his study, Dr. Chapman believes that Oncor is indicated
for impotency, sexual debility, spermatorrhea and nervous exhaustion
(Tr. 147). However, when he gave this opinion at the hearing, he was
not even aware of the dosage level of the Oncor product (Tr. 188). He
does not believe the dose makes any difference, although he says that
a "dropper-full" daily is the minimum dose (Tr. 190-191). However, the
dosage of homeopathic preparations and the frequency of repetition
must be individualized to the patient (RX-5 at 38). Dr. Chapman's
study lacks credibility and his opinion regarding Oncor's
effectiveness is not persuasive.


CONCLUSIONS OF LAW

3. As set forth in the findings of fact, the representations set forth
in subparagraphs (a)-(e) and (m) of paragraph 8 of the Complaint are
false. Representation (k) is partially false.

4. Complainant established through the credible and forthright
testimony of Drs. Stanisic and Crothers that the informed consensus
among both allopathic and homeopathic doctors is that Oncor is
ineffective for the treatment of impotence and lack of sexual desire.
Accordingly, it is encumbent upon Respondents to produce persuasive
evidence proving the consensus to be in error. Standard Research
Laboratories, P.S. Docket No. 7/48 (P.S.D. April 4, 1980). Respondents
have failed to produce such persuasive evidence. Respondent's expert,
Dr. Reed, did not even testify as to the effectiveness of the product,
but merely noted that the homeopathic texts "indicated" the use of
avena sativa for impotence and "sexual debility." As stated
previously, the testimony of Dr. Chapman about his "study" has been
rejected due to the failure of Respondents to inform Complainant of
this study prior to the hearing. However, even if this testimony were
considered, it would not persuade the Administrative Law Judge that
the informed consensus is in error. In this regard, the study was
neither reliable nor scientific, and Dr. Chapman was not a credible
witness.

9. Respondents are engaged in the conduct of a scheme for obtaining
remittances of money through the mail by means of materially false
representations in violation of 39 U.S.C. § 3005.

***** Case denies Dudley Chapman?s credentials and research.

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http://www.accudiet.com/asp/accudiet/templates/magazine_feature_542/0%2C4980%2C542_cid_363%2C00.html
Spice?or herb?up your Sex Life

FOR MEN AND WOMEN
Avena Sativa
These herbs are basically wild oats, and they are said to work much
like Viagra does: They increase the blood supply to the genitals,
which for men ups arousal and erections and for women increases
excitement and lubrication. In fact, the phrase "sowing your wild
oats" is taken from the sexual powers of this herb. Wild oats are
among the few herbs that have been subject to clinical studies to test
their sexual-enhancement properties. "When we studied Avena sativa, we
found an improvement in sexuality," says Dr. Chapman. "The herb
affects testosterone levels in the body." Added bonus: The oats work
their magic within an hour and can be taken on an as-needed basis.
Avena sativa is available in commercial herbal products, such as
Vigorex. Men and women with heart conditions or high blood pressure
should be extremely cautious with this herb.

***** Avena sativa was substance in the Oncor product in the above
legal proceeding. Apparently Dr. Chapman is still championing it.

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http://www.ohio.edu/
***** Searched for "dudley chapman" and got ?No documents match the query.?

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http://edirectory.ohio.edu/O%3dOhio%20University%2cC%3dUS?$bsearch
Ohio University eDirectory

***** Search results for ?chapman? shows no ?Dudley Chapman?. 

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http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?userid=1f7Qx3MBaP&isbn=0802222013&itm=6
The Sexual Equation: Woman, Man, Socially, Sexually
Joseph Dudley Chapman
Pub. Date: January 1977



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DR CHAPMAN QUOTE REGARDING HEALTH EFFECTS OF ORGASM
===================================================

http://www.single-personals.com/body_sex_health1.htm 
Having orgasm by masturbation. Sex as a source of satisfaction and health. 

Even in the case of more complicated sicknesses, for example the
breast cancer, orgasm is considered to be healthy. Especially
convincing appeared to be the results of the experiment of dr. Dudley
Chapman who examined 24 women suffering from a breast cancer. During
four years only the women who regularly had orgasm were cured.
Caresses by a man or a vibrator increased the production of
lymphocytes T3 and T4 that eliminate obstacles in the immune system.

***** Here is some additional information about the alleged breast cancer study.

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http://www.medicaltoys.com/NewsMTC-Winter-2004-2005.html
The Health Benefits of Orgasm

According to gynecologist Dr. Dudley Chapman, orgasms boost
infection-fighting cells up to 20%. Psychologists at Wilkes University
in Pennsylvania found that students who had regular sexual activity
had a third higher levels of immunoglobulin A, an antibody which
boosts the immune system and can help fight colds and flu.

***** Another unattributed reference to Dr. Chapman?s claims about
health benefits of orgasm.

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http://www.libchrist.com/sexed/healing.html 
Promoting Intimacy and Other-Centered Sexuality

Dr. Dudley Chapman, professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Ohio
University did a study showing those with intimacy in their lives had
better levels of T cells- the while blood cells that effect the immune
system.

***** Unattributed research claim.

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http://www.swedish.org/16828.cfm
http://www.caromont.org/13667.cfm?InFrame
Prescription Drugs and Sex?Not Always a Good Mix

Most people are greatly relieved when they discover that the drug is
the problem and not themselves, reports Dr. Jay Dudley Chapman, a
gynecologist in Cleveland, Ohio and Academic Dean of the Institute for
Advanced Study of Human Sexuality in San Francisco. If your health
care provider isn't open to discussing the problem with you, Chapman
advises finding one who will.

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7. Boosts Your Immune System
Orgasms boost infection-fighting cells up by 20% according to
gynecologist Dr. Dudley Chapman. Orgasm boosts levels of T3 and T4
lymphocyte cells - a type of white blood cell which produces
antibodies.

***** This is another version of the claim from Dr. Chapman.

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http://humor.catweasel.org/Site1/Digests/H9403290.php
Digest for Tuesday, March 29, 1994
 
Ohio, USA - gynaecologist Dr Dudley Chapman has declared that women
can live longer by having lots of orgasms. Apparently, orgasms
increase cells in the immune system that destroy foreign bodies. Other
doctors who swear by this too are prescribing orgasms for illnesses
such as backache, period-pains and arthritis. Political commentators
doubt whether the orgasms will be available on the national health
service.

***** It seems that Dr. Chapman has been quoted as an authority of
orgasm for some time.



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Comments  
Subject: Re: Breast Cancer & Orgasms
From: giraldusfaber-ga on 25 Apr 2005 22:01 PDT
 
There is also the possibility that cause and effect are the reverse of
that postulated by Dr Chapman - that is, the healthier the women are
in the first place, the more climaxes they have. It may be that it is
precisely those women who are already responding better to treatment -
for reasons completely unrelated to orgasms - who achieve more
climaxes as a result of their better health....g
Subject: Re: Breast Cancer & Orgasms
From: baz2121-ga on 05 May 2005 04:58 PDT
 
I don't know if this would help or not, but I completed a research
thesis based on the homogenous and exogenous effects of
endicrinological substrates in human sera. A friend and I studied in
particular certain obscure hormones, whose functions are known, but
may hide other benefits.

Oxytocin is on of these hormones. It's a well known hormone, and its
functions are the regulation of breast milk. Further reading and study
(by actually testing oxytocin levels pre and post orgasm) actually
found the raised after orgasm in both males and females. This would
suggest the hormone might act as an indicator of the degree of orgasm,
as muscles fire and sex hormones peak.

We didn't manage to find a link to oncogenes or receptors, but it
could be something to think about!

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