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Approaches to taking a sexual history.

W C Andrews1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk 23507-1207, USA.

Journal of Women'S Health & Gender-Based Medicine
|March 1, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Healthcare providers should address patient sexuality, a vital aspect of quality of life, especially during menopause. A comfortable, nonjudgmental approach is key to discussing sexual health history effectively.

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Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Gerontology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • Modern medicine enhances lifespan and quality of life.
  • Female sexuality is a key quality of life factor around menopause.
  • Sexual health is integral to overall physical and emotional well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of incorporating sexual history into patient care.
  • To guide healthcare professionals in discussing sexual health with patients.
  • To address patient and physician discomfort surrounding sexual health discussions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current medical literature on sexuality and aging.
  • Discussion of communication strategies for sensitive topics.
  • Emphasis on patient-centered, nonjudgmental interviewing techniques.

Main Results:

  • Healthcare professionals and patients often experience discomfort discussing sexual issues.
  • A sensitive, nonjudgmental approach fosters patient security.
  • Open-ended questions facilitate comprehensive sexual history taking.
  • Challenging myths about declining sexual interest in older adults is crucial.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating sexual history into routine patient care is essential.
  • Training healthcare providers to discuss sexuality comfortably improves patient outcomes.
  • Addressing sexual health concerns enhances overall quality of life for women, particularly during menopause.

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