The association between infertility and sexual dysfunction in women with obesity

Background: In this study, sexual function problems in obese infertile women were investigated. Methods: Meeting the inclusion criteria for the study; Included were 150 women obesity without infertility, 150 women obesity with infertility and 150 women normal weight without infertility. The participants were administered a sociodemographic data form, the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), and the Beck Depression Inventory following the measurement of body mass index. Results: FSFI scores were observed to be statistifical significantly lower in the group of obesity with infertility than in the other two groups. FSFI scores were measured as (19.6 ± 3.6 vs 21.0 ± 3.7 vs 27.1 ± 4.3) in the group of obesity with infertility, the group of obesity without infertility and the control group, respectively. Conclusion: In our study, sexual dysfunction was found to be statistically significantly higher in women obesity with infertility compared to the control group. Therefore, healthcare professionals in women obesity with infertility; in addition to infertility treatment, sexual health counseling should also be considered.

Qualitative exploration of sexual life among breast cancer survivors at reproductive age

Background Our understanding of the experiences of women at reproductive age regarding sexual life and issues they may face after starting the treatment of breast cancer is limited. Therefore, this qualitative study aimed to explore sexual life and its related issues among breast cancer survivors at reproductive age in Iran. Methods A qualitative research was conducted. Participants were 21 breast cancer survivors who were under 51 years of age that were chosen using purposeful sampling. In-depth semi-structured interviews were carried out for data collection and the content analysis method was used for data analysis. Results The data analysis led to the development of main theme of ‘unfulfilled sexual life’. Also, four subthemes were: ‘undesirable sexual function’, ‘context-based beliefs’, ‘unmet information and supportive needs’, and ‘emotional crisis’. Conclusions Our research findings inform healthcare providers about the experiences of breast cancer survivors and related changes in their sexual and marriage life at reproductive age. Nurses and other healthcare providers in the multidisciplinary team should proactively identify health-related problems and design appropriate caring strategies to mitigate sexual and marriage issues among breast cancer survivors. Also, the establishment of sexual health counseling units for breast cancer survivors can help this vulnerable group of women with the improvement of their long-term sexual satisfaction.

HUBUNGAN PENGGUNAAN SMARTPHONE DENGAN PERILAKU SEKSUAL BEBAS PADA REMAJA DI SMK X GUNUNG PUTRI BOGOR

Smartphone merupakan telepon seluler dengan kemampuan lebih, mulai dari resolusi, fitur, hingga komputasi, termasuk adanya sistem operasi mobile di dalamnya. Smartphone mempunyai dampak negatif yaitu sexting dapat didefinikan sebagai pengiriman, penerimaan atau meneruskan pesan seksual eksplisit, foto atau gambar melalui smartphone, komputer, atau perangkat digital lainnya. Survey terbaru mengungkapkan bahwa 20% remaja telah mengirimkan atau ditandai pada foto atau video porno oleh orang yang tidak dikenal atau iklan terselubung.Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis hubungan penggunaan smartphone dengan perilaku seksual pada remaja. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan Correlation Study dengan tehnik Purposiv Sampling. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di SMK X Gunung Putri Bogor. Jumlah sampel yang diperoleh sebanyak 74 responden dengan uji statistik menggunakan uji T-test Independen. Hasil analisis data penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa terdapat hubungan antara penggunaan smartphone dengan perilaku seksual pada remaja di SMK X Gunung Putri Bogor. Didapatkan nilai p-value (0,000) < α (0.05). berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini disarankan bagi sekolah agar memfasilitasi siswa mengenai informasi kesehatan reproduksi dan berkolaborasi dengan petugas kesehatan dalam melakukan penyuluhan kesehatan seksual remaja, bahaya pornografi, bijak menggunakan smartphone. A smartphone is a cell phone with more capabilities, ranging from resolution, features, to computing, including the existence of a mobile operating system in it. Smartphones have a negative impact, which is sexting can be defined as sending, receiving or forwarding sexually explicit messages, photos or images through smartphones, computers, or other digital devices. A recent survey revealed that 20% of teens have sent or tagged pornographic photos or videos by strangers or covert advertisements. The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationship between smartphone use, and sexual behavior in adolescents. This research method uses Correlation Study with Purposive Sampling technique. This research was conducted at the Gunung Putri Bogor Independent Vocational School. The number of samples obtained was 74 respondents with a statistical test using the Independent T-test. The results of the analysis of this research data indicate there is a relationship between smartphone use with sexual behavior in adolescents in SMK X Gunung Putri Bogor. Obtained p-value (0,000) <α (0.05). Based on the results of this study it is recommended for schools to facilitate students regarding reproductive health information and collaborate with health workers in conducting adolescent sexual health counseling, the dangers of pornography, wisely using a smartphone