Assessment of sexual dysfunction in patients 
with inflammatory bowel disease

Szydlarska, Dorota; Jakubowska, Alicja; Rydzewska, Grażyna

doi:10.5114/pg.2019.85893

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“…The results of this study in terms of sexual satisfaction were consistent with many chronic diseases including inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, diabetes mellitus, and hypertension (Eluri et al, 2018 ; Szydlarska et al, 2019 ; Umrigar and Mhaske, 2022 ). This could be due to lower QoL, depression, anxiety, the psychological impact of having a chronic illness, disease activity, and sexual disorders caused by the disease.…”

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How does multiple sclerosis affect sexual satisfaction in patients' spouses?

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BackgroundSexual dysfunction (SD) is a common complaint among multiple sclerosis (MS) patients with a significant impact on the quality of life (QoL) of afflicted couples. The purpose of this study was to determine sexual satisfaction (SS) in the spouses of MS patients and its impact on the QoL.MethodsA total of 214 spouses of MS patients were enrolled in this cross-sectional study. They completed the Larson Sexual Satisfaction Questionnaire and SF-8 Health Survey.ResultsThe mean ± SD age of the spouses was 39.8 ± 9.7 years, and the duration of MS was 5 years or less in most of their partners. The mean ± SD score of QoL was 71.0 ± 20.3 (out of 100), and the mean SS score was 89.2 ± 18.6 (out of 125), showing moderate satisfaction. The highest score was among male spouses younger than 40 years old. The SS scores were also lower among female spouses. In the final model, it was found that SD, psychiatric symptoms, cognitive impairment, and the level of disability of patients were independent explanatory factors for the SS of their spouses.ConclusionThe findings supported the role of SS in the QoL of spouses of MS patients. Therefore, the attention of physicians to this hidden aspect of the life of MS patients is crucial.

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How does multiple sclerosis affect sexual satisfaction in patients' spouses?

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“…The scales directed to the evaluation of the QoL (IBD-Q) or other aspects of IBD contain some items referring to general sexual function in this population, touching the subject tangentially. 16 For this reason, most of the authors who have evaluated SD in IBD have used the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) 17 and the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) 18 as a reference in their studies. 12,13,[19][20][21][22] The FSFI is a multidimensional selfreport scale for women that consists of 19 items and evaluates six domains: desire, subjective arousal, orgasm, lubrication, and pain within the previous 4 weeks.…”

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“…26,27 Other scales include the Brief Index of Sexual Functioning for Women (BISF-W), Female Sexual Distress Scale (FSDS), and Arizona Sexual Experiences Scale (ASEX). 16,28 Recently, O'Toole et al developed a new specific scale for sexual functioning in men with IBD, which consists of 10 items that consider the patient's symptoms (IBD-Male Sexual Dysfunction Scale or IBD-MSDS); however, its use is not yet widespread. 29 A higher total score indicates a greater SD (maximum score: 40) (Table 1).…”

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Sexual Dysfunction in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: What the Specialist Should Know and Ask

Arce¹,

Quera²,

Barros³

et al. 2021

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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition that globally affects the health of people who suffer from it, deteriorating their quality of life (QoL). An aspect rarely explored by healthcare providers is the influence of the disease on the sexual functioning of individuals. This discretion is mainly due to an unconscious resistance when asking our patients about their sexual functioning because of a lack of knowledge and skills to tackle this topic or disinterest on the part of professionals, and fear or shame on the part of patients. Sexual function is a constant concern in IBD patients that has been reflected in several studies, especially if we consider that the prevalence of sexual dysfunction (SD) in IBD is higher than that reported in the general population. The etiology of SD in patients with IBD remains unclear but is likely to be multifactorial, where biological, psychosocial, and disease-specific factors are involved. Currently, there are no formal recommendations in the IBD clinical guidelines on how to manage SD in these patients. The use of validated clinical scales could improve the detection of SD and allow the treatment of the underlying causes in order to improve the QoL of patients with IBD. This review aims to illustrate the different aspects involved in SD in IBD patients and the importance of the participation of a multidisciplinary team in the early detection and treatment of SD at different stages of the disease.

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“…Independent predictors of sexual dysfunction in IBD patients were corticosteroids used by women, the use of biological agents, depression, and diabetes in men. Patients reported frequent problems with their body image, often influenced by surgical scars, and thinness [ 16 ].…”

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Sexual functions in individuals with inflammatory bowel diseases

Kotkowicz-Szczur¹,

Szymańska²,

Kisielewski³

et al. 2023

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Problems with intimacy and sexuality are one of the major concerns of patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Many symptoms, complications, and consequences of these disorders are likely to impact on body image, intimacy, and sexual function. Moreover, mood disorders, in particular depression, which is a major risk factor for sexual dysfunctions, are reported to be common in chronic illnesses such as IBD. However, despite this obvious relevance, sexual problems are rarely addressed in the clinical management of patients with IBD. The aim of this review was to discuss sexual problem in people with IBD.

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Assessment of sexual dysfunction in patients with inflammatory bowel disease

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How does multiple sclerosis affect sexual satisfaction in patients' spouses?

How does multiple sclerosis affect sexual satisfaction in patients' spouses?

Sexual Dysfunction in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: What the Specialist Should Know and Ask

Sexual functions in individuals with inflammatory bowel diseases

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