Abstract:Background
Changes associated with systemic sclerosis (SSc)can have a negative impact on sexuality and sexual functioning (1). In women, common problems reported include vaginal dryness and discomfort, painful intercourse, and reduced frequency and intensity of orgasms (3). Prevalence of erectile dysfunction in men with SSc appears to be substantial, however literature on sexual function in women with SSc is scarce (2) and prevalenceof sexual disorders in premenopausal women with this disease has not been stud… Show more
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