Evaluation of Sexual Function Among Infertile Women and Their Sexual  Self-Concept

Riazi, Hedyeh; Lotfollahi, Hajar; Omani-Samani, Reza; Maroufizadeh, Saman; Montazeri, Ali

doi:10.18502/jri.v21i4.4334

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“…They are also more likely to have sex with their partners. Therefore, negative self-concept in women with vaginismus reduces their tendency to have sex [16]. Yazdani's study showed that counseling via smartphone in infertile women can increase the positive aspects of self-concept and decrease the negative aspects such as fear and anxiety [17].…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Mental Health in Women with Vaginismus

Vakilian¹,

Jahangiri²,

Ahangaran³

2022

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Introduction: Vaginismus disorder is one of the most common sexual disorders in women, which is characterized by involuntary muscle spasm of the outer third of the vagina and interferes with vaginal intercourse. Objective: The present study aimed to assess self-esteem, sexual self-concept, and irrational beliefs in vaginismus women with other women who do not have sexual problems. Methods: This study was a cross-sectional analytical study, conducted on 60 married women aged 18 to 35 years old (vaginismus=30, control=30) by convenient sampling in 2020. The samples were selected from a sexual disorders’ clinic. The written informed consent forms were obtained. It took 30 to 40 minutes to complete the questionnaires The Multidimensional Sex Questionnaire (MSQ), The Sexual Self-esteem Inventory for Women (SSEI-W) and Jones' Irrational Beliefs Test (IBT-40). The data were analyzed using statistical methods at the levels of descriptive and inferential statistics of chi-square, and t-test with SPSS 23. Results: According to the calculated mean for each group, it can be said that the women with vaginismus vs. control had lower score in sexual self-concept (113.33 ± 21.66 vs. 125.26± 24.32). Further, the mean of Self-esteem and irrational belief in the vaginismus and control groups were 261.40±49 vs 223.36± 46.53 and 122.26±22.49 vs 118.333 that of the control group indicated significant statistical difference (p=0.003). Conclusion: The present study showed that women with vaginismus have lower sexual self-concept and self-esteem but their non-sexual irrational beliefs have no difference with those of non-affected women though their non-sexual beliefs are different. Therefore, it seems that medical and educational programs must focus on changing these variables.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Mental Health in Women with Vaginismus

Vakilian¹,

Jahangiri²,

Ahangaran³

2022

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“…The results revealed significant associations between specific dimensions of sexual self-concept, such as sexual anxiety, motivation and satisfaction, and factors such as age, cause of infertility, sexual satisfaction, and motivation. 10 In another investigation it was reported that only 35.4% of women believed they had a sexual disorder, 34.2% denied the presence of a disorder and 30.4% found it difficult to respond to these aspects of their sexuality. 5 These findings underline the importance of addressing sexual self-concept to improve their psychosocial wellbeing during treatment.…”

Section: Female Sexual Functionmentioning

confidence: 97%

“…8 In this regard, Lotfollahi et al consider that a fundamental aspect to promote its improvement in these women is sexual self-concept and all its components, which have shown a significant association with sexual function. 9,10 In this same sense, another study concludes that sexual satisfaction and discomfort with oneself are worse in infertile women. 11 Infertility represents a significant personal, social, and economic challenge for many women, which has a significant impact on the sexual and reproductive health of future families, as it is not only affects the ability to conceive, but can also influence emotional and psychological aspects.…”

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confidence: 93%

“…On the other hand, the study by Stenyaeva et al revealed that sexual dysfunction was detected in 16.1% of women with infertility, specifically in each domain, libido disorder was present in 84.9%, dyspareunia in 30.2%, and orgasmic dysfunction in 13.2%. 16 In the article by Riazi et al 10 it is revealed that 60.8% of infertile women reported sexual dysfunction; furthermore, it was shown that the age of the woman and husband, the cause of infertility, sexual motivation, and sexual satisfaction were determinant factors for this problem. In addition, sexual satisfaction and motivation were found to improve sexual dysfunction.…”

Section: Female Sexual Functionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Dysfunction and Sexual Self-concept in Infertile Women: A Narrative Review

Diaz,

Canchanya,

Quispe

et al. 2024

Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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Aim:To summarize the scientific evidence on sexual dysfunction and self-concept in infertile women. Methods: We conducted a theoretical review of articles in PubMed on sexual dysfunction and self-concept in infertile women. The search was carried out using a strategy based on MeSH terms and Boolean operators, which identified 47 articles. The selection of articles was done independently, according to the selection criteria, and finally four articles were included. Results: The review showed results indicating that adequate self-concept positively influences sexual functioning and its domains. Studies agree that infertility negatively affects sexual function, and that sexual function plays an important role in depression and quality of life. Sexual self-concept in infertile women represents a fundamental aspect of improving their psychosocial well-being. Conclusion: Infertility generates a significant impact on health. Specifically, research has demonstrated that sexual dysfunction is a prevalent issue among women with this condition. Furthermore, studies have indicated a relationship between sexual dysfunction and the sexual selfconcept of these women.

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“…Similarly, for some couples having sexual intercourse 2 or 3 times a week is quite difficult. Infertility is known to be associated with a high incidence of sexual dysfunction in general (Riazi et al, 2020 ). Specifically, as compared with controls, women who have Overt POI, despite taking physiologic estradiol replacement score significantly lower on a validated sexual function scale (Kalantaridou et al, 2008 ).…”

Section: Fertilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Optimizing Fertility in Primary Ovarian Insufficiency: Case Report and Literature Review

Piedade¹,

Spencer

Persani

et al. 2021

Front. Genet.

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Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) is a clinical spectrum of ovarian dysfunction. Overt POI presents with oligo/amenorrhea and hypergonadotropic hypogonadism before age 40 years. Overt POI involves chronic health problems to include increased morbidity and mortality related to estradiol deficiency and the associated osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease as well as psychological and psychiatric disorders related to the loss of reproductive hormones and infertility. Presently, with standard clinical testing, a mechanism for Overt POI can only be identified in about 10% of cases. Now discovery of new mechanisms permits an etiology to be identified in a research setting in 25–30% of overt cases. The most common genetic cause of Overt POI is premutation in FMR1. The associated infertility is life altering. Oocyte donation is effective, although many women prefer to conceive with their own ova. Surprisingly, the majority who have Overt POI still have detectable ovarian follicles (70%). The major mechanism of follicle dysfunction in Overt POI has been histologically defined by a prospective NIH study: inappropriate follicle luteinization due to the tonically elevated serum LH levels. A trial of physiologic hormone replacement therapy, clinically proven to suppress the elevated LH levels in these women, may improve follicle function and increase the chance of ovulation. Here, we report the case of a woman with Overt POI diagnosed at age 35 years. To attempt pregnancy, she elected a trial of intrauterine insemination (IUI) in conjunction with follicle monitoring and physiologic hormone replacement therapy. She conceived on the eighth cycle of treatment and delivered a healthy baby. Our report calls for a concerted effort to define the best methods by which to optimize fertility for women who have POI.

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Evaluation of Sexual Function Among Infertile Women and Their Sexual Self-Concept

Cited by 8 publications

References 25 publications

Mental Health in Women with Vaginismus

Mental Health in Women with Vaginismus

Dysfunction and Sexual Self-concept in Infertile Women: A Narrative Review

Optimizing Fertility in Primary Ovarian Insufficiency: Case Report and Literature Review

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