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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Sexual dysfunction | |||
| synonyms = Sexual malfunction | |||
| field = [[Urology]], [[Gynecology]], [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Erectile dysfunction]], [[Anorgasmia]], [[Hypoactive sexual desire disorder]], [[Premature ejaculation]] | |||
| complications = [[Relationship problems]], [[Depression (mood)|Depression]], [[Anxiety disorder|Anxiety]] | |||
| onset = Any age | |||
| duration = Can be short-term or long-term | |||
| causes = [[Psychological stress]], [[Hormonal imbalance]], [[Chronic disease]], [[Medication side effects]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[Smoking]], [[Alcohol use disorder]], [[Obesity]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Medical history]], [[Physical examination]], [[Blood test]], [[Psychological evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Depression (mood)|Depression]], [[Anxiety disorder|Anxiety]], [[Endocrine disorders]] | |||
| treatment = [[Counseling]], [[Medication]], [[Lifestyle changes]], [[Surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Phosphodiesterase inhibitors]], [[Hormone replacement therapy]], [[Antidepressants]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Not directly fatal | |||
}} | |||
'''Sexual dysfunction''' refers to a problem occurring during any phase of the [[sexual response cycle]] that prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the sexual activity. The sexual response cycle traditionally includes excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution. Desire and arousal are both part of the excitement phase of the sexual response. | '''Sexual dysfunction''' refers to a problem occurring during any phase of the [[sexual response cycle]] that prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the sexual activity. The sexual response cycle traditionally includes excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution. Desire and arousal are both part of the excitement phase of the sexual response. | ||
==Types of Sexual Dysfunction== | ==Types of Sexual Dysfunction== | ||
Sexual dysfunction disorders are generally classified into four categories: [[sexual desire disorders]], [[sexual arousal disorders]], [[orgasm disorders]], and [[sexual pain disorders]]. | Sexual dysfunction disorders are generally classified into four categories: [[sexual desire disorders]], [[sexual arousal disorders]], [[orgasm disorders]], and [[sexual pain disorders]]. | ||
===Sexual Desire Disorders=== | ===Sexual Desire Disorders=== | ||
Sexual desire disorders, also known as [[Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder]], involve a lack or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity. This is considered a sexual dysfunction if it causes marked distress or interpersonal difficulties. | Sexual desire disorders, also known as [[Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder]], involve a lack or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity. This is considered a sexual dysfunction if it causes marked distress or interpersonal difficulties. | ||
===Sexual Arousal Disorders=== | ===Sexual Arousal Disorders=== | ||
Sexual arousal disorders, also known as [[Erectile Dysfunction]] in men and [[Female Sexual Arousal Disorder]] in women, involve difficulty becoming physically aroused or excited during sexual activity. | Sexual arousal disorders, also known as [[Erectile Dysfunction]] in men and [[Female Sexual Arousal Disorder]] in women, involve difficulty becoming physically aroused or excited during sexual activity. | ||
===Orgasm Disorders=== | ===Orgasm Disorders=== | ||
Orgasm disorders, also known as [[Anorgasmia]], involve a delay or absence of orgasm (climax). | Orgasm disorders, also known as [[Anorgasmia]], involve a delay or absence of orgasm (climax). | ||
===Sexual Pain Disorders=== | ===Sexual Pain Disorders=== | ||
Sexual pain disorders involve pain during intercourse. In women, this is known as [[Dyspareunia]] or [[Vaginismus]]. | Sexual pain disorders involve pain during intercourse. In women, this is known as [[Dyspareunia]] or [[Vaginismus]]. | ||
==Causes of Sexual Dysfunction== | ==Causes of Sexual Dysfunction== | ||
Sexual dysfunction can have a variety of causes or contributors including (but not limited to) physical illness, medical treatments, medications, psychiatric conditions, and the health and behavior of a sexual partner. | Sexual dysfunction can have a variety of causes or contributors including (but not limited to) physical illness, medical treatments, medications, psychiatric conditions, and the health and behavior of a sexual partner. | ||
==Treatment of Sexual Dysfunction== | ==Treatment of Sexual Dysfunction== | ||
Treatment for sexual dysfunction depends on the cause of the problem. If the cause is physical, medical treatment is aimed at correcting the underlying physical problem. If the cause is psychological, counseling can help. Some types of sexual dysfunction can be corrected by treating the underlying physical or psychological problems. Other types may need medication or other treatments. | Treatment for sexual dysfunction depends on the cause of the problem. If the cause is physical, medical treatment is aimed at correcting the underlying physical problem. If the cause is psychological, counseling can help. Some types of sexual dysfunction can be corrected by treating the underlying physical or psychological problems. Other types may need medication or other treatments. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Sexual health]] | * [[Sexual health]] | ||
* [[Sexual medicine]] | * [[Sexual medicine]] | ||
* [[Sex therapy]] | * [[Sex therapy]] | ||
[[Category:Sexual health]] | [[Category:Sexual health]] | ||
[[Category:Sexual dysfunction]] | [[Category:Sexual dysfunction]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:44, 4 April 2025
| Sexual dysfunction | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Sexual malfunction |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Erectile dysfunction, Anorgasmia, Hypoactive sexual desire disorder, Premature ejaculation |
| Complications | Relationship problems, Depression, Anxiety |
| Onset | Any age |
| Duration | Can be short-term or long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Psychological stress, Hormonal imbalance, Chronic disease, Medication side effects |
| Risks | Age, Smoking, Alcohol use disorder, Obesity |
| Diagnosis | Medical history, Physical examination, Blood test, Psychological evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Depression, Anxiety, Endocrine disorders |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Counseling, Medication, Lifestyle changes, Surgery |
| Medication | Phosphodiesterase inhibitors, Hormone replacement therapy, Antidepressants |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Not directly fatal |
Sexual dysfunction refers to a problem occurring during any phase of the sexual response cycle that prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the sexual activity. The sexual response cycle traditionally includes excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution. Desire and arousal are both part of the excitement phase of the sexual response.
Types of Sexual Dysfunction[edit]
Sexual dysfunction disorders are generally classified into four categories: sexual desire disorders, sexual arousal disorders, orgasm disorders, and sexual pain disorders.
Sexual Desire Disorders[edit]
Sexual desire disorders, also known as Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder, involve a lack or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity. This is considered a sexual dysfunction if it causes marked distress or interpersonal difficulties.
Sexual Arousal Disorders[edit]
Sexual arousal disorders, also known as Erectile Dysfunction in men and Female Sexual Arousal Disorder in women, involve difficulty becoming physically aroused or excited during sexual activity.
Orgasm Disorders[edit]
Orgasm disorders, also known as Anorgasmia, involve a delay or absence of orgasm (climax).
Sexual Pain Disorders[edit]
Sexual pain disorders involve pain during intercourse. In women, this is known as Dyspareunia or Vaginismus.
Causes of Sexual Dysfunction[edit]
Sexual dysfunction can have a variety of causes or contributors including (but not limited to) physical illness, medical treatments, medications, psychiatric conditions, and the health and behavior of a sexual partner.
Treatment of Sexual Dysfunction[edit]
Treatment for sexual dysfunction depends on the cause of the problem. If the cause is physical, medical treatment is aimed at correcting the underlying physical problem. If the cause is psychological, counseling can help. Some types of sexual dysfunction can be corrected by treating the underlying physical or psychological problems. Other types may need medication or other treatments.
See Also[edit]
| Sexual and reproductive health | ||||||||||
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