scholarly journals Sexual dysfunction in females with depression: a cross-sectional study

2017 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 106-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krishnankutty Sreelakshmy ◽  
Rajmohan Velayudhan ◽  
Deepak Kuriakose ◽  
Rema Nair
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Comorbidities ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Drug Naïve ◽  
Axis I ◽  
Death Wishes

Abstract Introduction Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) in depression albeit common is strikingly understudied. The condition, if addressed properly, can be readily cured, improving the quality of life of the patient. Methods A consecutive sample of drug-naïve married female patients with depression was assessed. Depression was diagnosed using the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV Axis I Disorders (SCID-I). Depression severity was assessed using the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D), and sexual dysfunction, the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Results Sexual dysfunction was found in 90% of the patients in our study. Patients with medical comorbidities showed a significant decrease in the desire subset of the FSFI (Mann-Whitney U=11.0, p=0.009), however there was no significant association with other subsets. Patients who expressed passive death wishes had higher scores on all indicators of sexual function and a significantly higher score in the orgasm subset of the FSFI (Mann-Whitney U=11.0, p=0.009). Conclusion The study showed a high prevalence of FSD in depressed females regardless of type and severity of depression. Depression with medical comorbidities was associated with a significant decrease in desire. Patients who expressed passive death wishes showed improved sexual function and significantly better orgasm.

scholarly journals Sexual Function and Associated Factors in Postmenopausal Women

2021 ◽  
Vol 43 (07) ◽  
pp. 522-529
Author(s):  
Socorro Rejany Sales Silva Trento ◽  
Alberto Madeiro ◽  
Andréa Cronemberger Rufino
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Postmenopausal Women ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sleep Problems ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Climacteric Symptoms ◽  
Public Health Services ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Objective To assess the sexual function and associated factors in postmenopausal women. Methods This a descriptive, cross-sectional study with 380 women aged 40 to 65 years, users of public health services in 2019. Questionnaires were applied on demographic characteristics, on climacteric symptoms (menopause rating scale) and on sexual function (sexual quotient, female version). Bivariate and multiple analyses by logistic regression were performed, with adjusted odds ratios (ORad) and 95% confidence intervals (95%CIs). Results More than half (243/64%) of the participating women were at risk of sexual dysfunction, with lower scores in the domains of sexual desire and interest, comfort, orgasm, and satisfaction. Women with a partner (ORad 2.07; 95%CI 1.03–4.17) and those who reported sleep problems (ORad 2.72; 95%CI 1.77–4.19), depressed mood (ORad 2.03; 95%CI 1.32–3.10), sexual complaints (ORad 8.16; 95%CI 5.06–13.15), and vaginal dryness (ORad 3.44; 95%CI 2.22–5.32) showed greater chance of sexual dysfunction. Conclusion There was a high prevalence of sexual dysfunction, with the influence of conjugality and climacteric symptoms on sexual function.

Risk Factors of Sexual Dysfunction in Patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Cross-Sectional Study

Dermatology ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 236 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Cuenca-Barrales ◽  
Alejandro Molina-Leyva
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Disease Activity ◽  
Hidradenitis Suppurativa ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stable Relationship

Background: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) has a high impact on quality of life. However, sexual health has scarcely been investigated. Objective: To describe the frequency of sexual dysfunction (SD) in women and erectile dysfunction (ED) in men with HS and to explore potential risk factors. Patients and Methods:We conducted a cross-sectional study using a crowd-sourced online questionnaire spread by the Spanish hidradenitis suppurativa patients’ association (ASENDHI). Results: In total, 393 participants answered the questionnaire. SD was found in 51% (95% CI 45–57%) of women and ED in 60% (95% CI 49–70%) of men. Factors related to SD were education status, patient’s global assessment for disease activity, numeric rating scale for pain and unpleasant odour and the absence of a stable relationship. Factors related to ED were increasing age, the presence of active lesions in the genital area and the number of areas affected by active lesions. Conclusions: There is a high prevalence of SD and ED in HS patients. Being in a stable relationship has been a protective factor of SD in women. The results suggest that sexual impairment in HS patients is due, at least in part, to disease activity, symptoms and active lesions.

scholarly journals Sexual Dysfunction and Marital Relationship in Women With Schizophrenia in Comparison with Caregivers: A Hospital-based Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-92
Author(s):  
Suvarna Jyothi Kantipudi ◽  
Navina Suresh ◽  
Poornima Ayyadurai ◽  
Sathianathan Ramanathan
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Sexual Functioning ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Women Caregivers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Relationship Assessment ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Sexual dysfunction is common in females with schizophrenia and is attributed to multiple causes, including individual psychopathology and antipsychotics. Understanding the impact of relationship satisfaction on sexual functioning is not widely studied in schizophrenia. Women caregivers also experience sexual problems and were not studied in the past. Aim: To assess the nature and occurrence of sexual dysfunction in women with schizophrenia in comparison to caregivers of males without severe mental disorder. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted. A total of 30 women with schizophrenia were recruited as cases and 26 age-matched controls were recruited from female caregivers. All subjects were assessed using standardized tools such as Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) and Relationship Assessment Scale along with sociodemographic questionnaire. Results: There was a significant difference in FSFI scores and relationship scores between women with schizophrenia and caregiver control subjects. The relationship quality was better in patients with schizophrenia when compared to caregivers unlike sexual functioning. Conclusion: Sexual functioning in women is a complex phenomenon. A holistic biopsychosocial approach is necessary to understand women’s sexual function.

scholarly journals Sexual Dysfunction Prevalence in Women with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 15
Author(s):  
Alireza Shafiee Kandjani ◽  
Mohammad Reza Hosseinpour ◽  
Hossein Daneshamooz ◽  
Habib Shoja ◽  
Leila Nikniaz
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Type 2 Diabetic

Background: Sexual dysfuntion is a common complication of diabetes and its psychiatric and physical affects may obligate a huge burden compromising patients’ matrimonial, inter-personal and marital relationships. Current study is aimed to evaluate the frequency of sexual dysfunctions in type 2 diabetic women during 2015-2016 in Tabriz, Iran. Materials and Methods: Current cross-sectional study evaluated data gathered from 18-45 years of age type 2 diabetic women attending diabetes care centres of Tabriz. Sample size was estimated to be 300 and the sampling process fulfilled using cluster sampling methods according to the inclusion criteria. Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) is used as the research tool. Descriptive data analysis were applied to achieve results using SPSS 20. Results: Non-parametric binominal tests reflects statistically significant decrease in sexual activity of the diabetic patients (p= 0.001). The probability of the catogry below the cut point was 1 which means that 100% of type 2 diabetic women suffer from sexual dysfunction. All items of sexual function are found to be below the average normal measurments. Conclusion: Type 2 diabetic women are vastly under the burden of sexual dysfunction, which affects their physical and psychological health. Current study showed the need to provide sufficient and available care services and organized education courses for diabetic women.

scholarly journals Measurement and correlation of fatigue and sleep quality in Parkinson’s disease: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Wildja de Lima Gomes ◽  
Laize Gabriele Castro Silva ◽  
Neildja Maria da Silva ◽  
Robison Carlos Silva Costa ◽  
Roberta de Oliveira Cacho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Parkinson’S Disease ◽  
Parkinson's Disease ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Motor Symptom ◽  
Disease Stage ◽  
Measuring Instruments ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Prevalence

Background: Fatigue corresponds to a non-motor symptom of high prevalence in Parkinson’s disease (PD) affecting about one thirdof patients with the disease. This symptom negatively affects daily activities, contributing to the deterioration of the quality of life ofthese subjects. Objectives: To estimate fatigue in PD and to correlate with demographic characteristics, sleep, disease stage, motorfunction and daily activities. Methods: The sample consisted of patients with PD. The following measuring instruments were used for thestudy:Hoehn and Yahr scale, Fatigue Rating Scale, Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale, Parkinson’s Disease Sleep Scale. Results: Thisstudy highlights the high prevalence of fatigue in subjects with PD, and the screening and treatment of this symptom is extremelyrelevant in clinical practice. There were no significant correlations between fatigue and other variables analyzed. Conclusions: Mostparticipants reported fatigue as a relevant problem, so it is important the use of instruments for fatigue screening in clinical practiceand the need to develop therapies related to this symptom in the PD.

scholarly journals Sexuality and associated risk factors in pregnant women

2020 ◽  
Vol 73 (suppl 4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Paula Renata Amorim Lessa Soares ◽  
Cinthia Gondim Pereira Calou ◽  
Samila Gomes Ribeiro ◽  
Priscila de Souza Aquino ◽  
Paulo Cesar de Almeida ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Health System ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Public

ABSTRACT Objectives: to assess the sexual function of pregnant women and the influence of sociodemographic, obstetric, and behavioral factors on sexual dysfunction. Methods: cross-sectional study conducted with 141 pregnant women attended by the Single Health System and 120 by one private service, totaling 261 participants. A questionnaire containing sociodemographic, obstetric, and behavioral variables was applied, as well as the Female Sexual Function Index instrument, which was used to assess sexual function. Associations between variables and sexual dysfunction were made using the chi-square test, considering a statistically significant result when p < 0.05. Results: among the participants, 32.1% had sexual dysfunction, and the variables “age”, “income” and “type of health service” had an influence on sexual dysfunction. The prevalence of pregnant women was between 21 and 30 years old (p < 0.001), with an income between 1 and 2 minimum wages (p = 0.048) and used the public health system network (p = 0.000). Conclusions: the factors associated with sexual dysfunction are “young pregnant women”, “low income” and “attended in the public health service”.

Prevalence of sexual dysfunction and related factors in Iranian pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Azam Mohammadi ◽  
Fatemeh Effati-Daryani ◽  
Somayeh Zarei ◽  
Sakineh Ghasemi Yngyknd ◽  
Elnaz Hemmati ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Marital Satisfaction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Function Score ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Modifying Factors ◽  
Treatment And Prevention

Background: With the global prevalence of COVID-19, general fear has increased along with misinformation and rumors that could affect a pregnant woman's psyche, and her sexual function. Objective: This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction and related factors in pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on 205 pregnant women. Data collection tools included a sociodemographic characteristics questionnaire and the FSFI, both of which were completed online. Results: The mean (SD) of the overall score of sexual function was 21.54 (8.37), and 80% of participants suffered from sexual dysfunction. The results of the adjusted general linear model showed that the variables of spouse's age and occupation, place of residence, and marital satisfaction were significantly statistically correlated with sexual function score. In women whose husbands were under 30 years of age compared with those over 35 years of age, in women living in their parents' homes compared to those living in private homes, and in women with high or extremely high marital satisfaction compared to moderate satisfaction, the sexual function score was higher. Conversely, women whose husbands were blue-collar workers had lower sexual function scores than those whose husbands were white-collar workers. Conclusion: It is necessary to consider socio-demographic factors in the treatment and prevention of this sexual function disorders. It is recommended that the appropriate solutions be provided and implemented by the relevant authorities, taking into account the effective modifying factors, in order to further improve this dimension of married life.

scholarly journals Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fateme Zahra Karimi ◽  
Leila Pourali ◽  
Elahe Hasanzadeh ◽  
Seyede Fateme Nosrati Hadiabad ◽  
Nasim Pouresmaeili ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Postmenopausal Women ◽  
Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Interpersonal Relationship ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Age At Marriage ◽  
The Mean

Nowadays, women have a longer menopausal duration due to the worldwide dramatic life expectancy increase. Sexual dysfunction is one of the most prevalent problems during menopause that affect women`s quality of life, mental health, and interpersonal relationship. This study aimed to investigate sexual dysfunction and its contributing factors amongst married postmenopausal women. This cross-sectional study was conducted among 164 postmenopausal women who attended the menopause clinic of the academic hospitals in Mashhad during 2017-2018. Data were collected using a checklist that included demographic and reproductive information and the validated Persian version of the Female Sexual Function Index questionnaire (FSFI). The mean age of participants was 53.55±6.25 years. The mean FSFI score was 20.06±6.66, and 65.2% of women had sexual dysfunction. The most disturbed sexual domains were; desire (86%, n: 141), arousal (82.3%, n: 135), lubrication (71.3%, n: 117) and sexual satisfaction (70.1%, n: 115), respectively. The partner`s age (P=0.01), time since menopause onset (P=0.01), age at marriage (P=0.02), and frequency of sexual intercourse (P˂0.0001) had a significant relationship with sexual function. The sexual function of postmenopausal women in this study was highly deteriorated. The associated factors were; older age of the spouse, younger age at marriage, longer time since menopause onset, and lower frequency of sexual intercourse. It is important to determine perimenopausal women who are at potential risk of sexual dysfunction and consult them for preventive programs and strategies.  

scholarly journals Does Prevalence of Sexual Dysfunction Differ Among the Most Common Causes of Infertility? A Cross-Sectional Study

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahnaz Ashrafi ◽  
Nadia Jahangiri ◽  
Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh ◽  
Negin Mirzaei ◽  
Naiiere Gharagozloo Hesari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Female Sexual Dysfunction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Male Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Common Causes ◽  
Fertile Women

Abstract Background Sexuality as a fundamental component of women’s health, can be affected by infertility. The current study aimed at comparing the prevalence of sexual dysfunction among women with the most common causes of infertility. Methods The current cross-sectional study was conducted on 240 infertile females with infertility due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS, n=80), endometriosis (n=80) and male factor (n=80) at Royan Institute for Reproductive Biomedicine (Tehran, Iran) and 160 fertile women at health care centers, between May 2016 and June 2017. Sexual function was assessed by Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Data were analyzed using SPSS (version 25.00) and differences were regarded statistically significant at p < 0. 05. Results The prevalence of female sexual dysfunction was 98.8% in women with PCOS, 100.0% in those with endometriosis, and 80.0% in those with male factor infertility. Overall, 36.2% of the enrolled fertile women were suffering from sexual dysfunction. Conclusions There was an association between the prevalence of female sexual dysfunction or individual domain scores of the FSFI, and infertility etiologies. Therefore, infertility care providers are required to take this into consideration and develop preventive strategies in this regard.

Dual disorders in individuals under treatment for both alcohol and cocaine: Madrid study on the prevalence of dual disorders

Salud Mental ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 40 (6) ◽  
pp. 257-264 ◽  
Author(s):  
José Luis Palomo ◽  
Francisco Arias ◽  
Néstor Szerman ◽  
Pablo Vega ◽  
Ignacio Basurte ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Clinical Samples ◽  
Dual Disorders ◽  
Major Depressive ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
General Anxiety Disorder ◽  
General Anxiety ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Axis I

Introduction. Descriptive data about co-occurrence of alcohol and cocaine consumption is scarce, despite its important prevalence. Dual disordes shows high prevalence in clinical samples, and patients report worse evolution and need more health services. Objective. To compare psychopathology in patients in treatment with lifetime alcohol and cocaine (Alc + Coc) substance use disorder (SUD) with subjects with alcohol but not cocaine (Alc) lifetime SUD and cocaine but not alcohol (Coc) SUD. Method. The sample consisted of 837 outpatients from Madrid, Spain, under treatment in substance misuse or mental health units. Two analyses were made: we compared subjects in the Alc + Coc (n = 366) to the Alc group (n = 162), and then to the Coc group (n = 122). Socio-demographic variables were addressed by interview. The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) was used to evaluate Axis I disorders and the Personality Disorder Questionnaire (PDQ) to evaluate Personality Disorders (PD). Results. Compared to Alc group, patients in the Alc + Coc group were younger, had different socio-demographic characteristics, had more proportion of cannabis and opioid SUD, had less proportion of major depressive disorder, obsessive and depressive PD, more proportion of antisocial PD and lower suicide risk. Compared to the Coc group, they had more cannabis SUD and lower opioid SUD, showed higher prevalence of bipolar disorder, general anxiety disorder, paranoid, histrionic and dependent PD. Discussion and conclusion. We present a cross-sectional study describing comorbidity of dual disordes on treatment-seeking concurrent alcohol and cocaine problematic users. This concurrence showed different dual disordes prevalence profile than single users in some specific mental disorders.

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