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S Oruç1, A Esen, S Laçin

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Celal Bayar University Medical School, Manisa, Turkey.

The Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
|April 1, 1999
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Pregnancy significantly impacts female sexuality, often causing painful intercourse (dyspareunia) and reduced orgasm quality. These sexual health changes, including decreased coital frequency, are common during pregnancy.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Human Sexuality
  • Obstetrics

Background:

  • Female sexual function can be affected by physiological and psychological changes.
  • Understanding these changes during pregnancy is crucial for maternal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the effects of pregnancy on various aspects of female sexuality.
  • To identify common sexual health issues experienced by pregnant women.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire survey was administered to 158 pregnant women.
  • Data collected included sociodemographic variables and sexual behavior patterns.

Main Results:

  • Dyspareunia (painful intercourse) was frequently reported during pregnancy.

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  • Pregnancy negatively affected the quality of orgasms experienced by participants.
  • Both dyspareunia and diminished orgasmic quality were linked to reduced coital frequency.
  • Coital frequency showed a decline with advancing gestational age.

    • Conclusions:

    • Pregnancy exerts a significant influence on sexual experiences and behavior.
    • Sexual health modifications during pregnancy are prevalent and warrant attention.
    • These effects appear independent of a woman's prior conditioning or background.