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1Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine, MA, USA. igoldst@bu.edu
Abstract:
Epidemiologic investigations of women with female sexual dysfunction (FSD) from well-designed, random-sample, community-based populations are limited. Based on available information, FSD is common and estimated to occur in 22-43% of women. There are limited data on age-related and para-aging risk factors, which are critical to understand when planning treatment and prevention efforts. Based on correlates of FSD, associated risk factors include age, education, history of sexual abuse or sexually transmitted disease, overall state general happiness and physical health. This brief overview attempts to review what is known about the female sexual anatomy, describes factors that may affect female sexual responsiveness, and identifies several areas where additional research is needed to promote understanding of this complex physiological and psychosocial phenomenon. International Journal of Impotence Research (2000) 12, Suppl 4, S152-S157.
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