Female Sexual Dysfunction
Conference Coverage
Obesity pegged as source of marked increased risk of diabetes in PCOS
Obesity has been identified as the key risk factor for type 2 diabetes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome in a new study. It suggests that...
Feature
Benefits of bremelanotide to women with HSDD questioned in analysis paper
Author of paper criticized reacts to analysis of bremelanotide data.
From the Journals
AAP report aims to educate providers on female genital mutilation/cutting
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers guidance on providing culturally sensitive counseling to patients and families.
Expert Commentary
Does BSO status affect health outcomes for women taking estrogen for menopause?
What do results from the Women’s Health Initiative’s 18-year follow-up study reveal?
Product Review
Product Update: Addyi alcohol ban lifted, fezolinetant trial, outcomes tracker, comfort gown
FDA Removes Alcohol Ban with Addyi
Sprout Pharmaceuticals announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has removed...
Guidelines
Try testosterone for some women with sexual dysfunction, but not others
Evidence does not support testosterone use for other conditions, and concentrations should mirror premenopausal physiological conditions.
Clinical Review
2019 Update on female sexual dysfunction
The recent FDA approval of bremelanotide (Vyleesi) will give clinicians an additional option for treating premenopausal women...
Conference Coverage
Survey: Patient-provider communication regarding dyspareunia disappoints
NASHVILLE, TENN. – Communication between patients and HCPs about endometriosis-related dyspareunia is suboptimal, according to results of an...
From the Journals
Sexual assault in military linked to sexual pain
Comorbid depression and PTSD also was likely in these female veterans.
News
FDA approves drug to treat low sexual desire in women
Women with reduced sexual desire can experience marked distress or interpersonal difficulty.
News
FDA grants marketing clearance for chlamydia and gonorrhea extragenital tests
The new tests use samples from the throat and rectum.