Objective: To study genital response and sexual arousal in women with and without polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and assess associations with sex steroid levels.
Design: This observational prospective case-control study was conducted from March 2017 until March 2020.
Setting: University Hospital.
Objectives: Inflammatory arthritis (IA) has been associated with various problems related to male sexual and reproductive health (SRH). However, addressing these issues in the clinic remains a challenge. In this study, we aimed to describe the viewpoints of rheumatologists and male patients with IA regarding the aspects that influence their communication about SRH.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people embody social and health inequalities that disproportionately affect this community more than the cisgender population. Endometriosis is a chronic condition of the reproductive tract that affects 5-10% of cisgender women. A recent systematic review with meta-analysis uncovered a pooled prevalence of 25.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Sexual distress impacts the quality of life (QoL) of breast cancer patients but is often overlooked in standard care pathways. This study evaluated the prevalence and factors of sexual distress among Dutch breast cancer patients, compared them to the general population, and explored how sexual distress is discussed in clinical settings from the perspectives of patients and healthcare professionals (HCPs).
Methods: Questionnaires containing the Female Sexual Distress Scale (FSDS) and demographic variables were distributed to women with breast cancer.
Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) is a rare condition characterized by loss of ovarian function before the age of 40. POI seems associated with mood disorders and sexual dysfunction. However, there is a lack of high-quality evidence relating to the impact of POI on sexual function.
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