Female Sexual Dysfunction
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Unveiling sexual dysfunction: Clinicians can do more
Start by asking patients if they would be comfortable with you posing a few questions about their sexual health.
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Ninety-four women allege a Utah doctor sexually assaulted them. Here’s why a judge threw out their case
Stephanie Mateer felt disgusted and violated after going to the ob.gyn. Dr. David Broadbent for guidance about having sex for the first time.
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Sacral nerve stimulation may aid female sexual dysfunction
In sacral nerve stimulation, sacral nerve roots (S3 and S4) are permanently stimulated via a percutaneously implanted electrode.
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Postpartum sexual enjoyment: Does mode of delivery matter?
Eleven years after delivery cesarean delivery was associated with a 74% increased likelihood of pain in the vagina during sex, compared with...
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Below the belt: sexual dysfunction overlooked in women with diabetes
The most commonly reported issues were decreased sexual desire, lubrication problems, orgasmic dysfunction, and pain.
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Pill not enough for ‘sexual problems’ female cancer patients face
“As much as we would like to have one intervention that addresses this prominent issue, the evidence strongly suggests that cancer-related sexual...
Clinical Review
2021 Update on female sexual health
Data on recent studies related to CO2 laser therapy and female sexual function plus a peer-to-peer discussion on laser safety, efficacy, and...
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Patients’ sexual problems: Be proactive, make discussions routine
Elicit information about sexual health in the context of inquiring about other clinical issues, advised Dr. Anita H. Clayton.
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HIFEM procedure helped to improve UI and female sexual function
“This is a true paradigm shift in the treatment of incontinence and sexual dysfunction,” Dr. Joseph Berenholz said.
Clinical Review
How to choose the right vaginal moisturizer or lubricant for your patient
About 20% of women report having used a vaginal lubrication product in the past 30 days. Knowing what is in these widely used...
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Pilot study: Hybrid laser found effective for treating genitourinary syndrome of menopause
Further studies are important to improve the understanding of "laser dosimetry, frequency of treatments, and longevity of effect.