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Physiology and pathophysiology of female sexual function and dysfunction
Jennifer R Berman1, Javier Bassuk
1Female Sexual Medicine Center, UCLA Medical Center, 924 Westwood Blvd., Suite 515, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA. jberman@mednet.ucla.edu
World Journal of Urology
|July 11, 2002
Summary
Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) affects many women and can stem from medical issues. This review covers FSD
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Women's Health
- Sexual Health
Background:
- Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a prevalent, age-related condition affecting 30-50% of American women.
- FSD can have emotional, relational, and organic components, often secondary to medical conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the anatomy and physiology of normal female sexual function.
- To explore the pathophysiology of female sexual dysfunction.
- To discuss diagnostic tools and therapeutic options for FSD.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of female sexual function and dysfunction.
- Analysis of anatomical and physiological factors.
- Evaluation of diagnostic instruments and treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- Normal female sexual function involves complex physiological and psychological elements.
- Female sexual dysfunction pathophysiology includes various organic and medical influences.
- Subjective and objective measures aid in diagnosing FSD.
- Hormonal and pharmacological treatments are available.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the multifaceted nature of FSD is crucial for effective diagnosis and management.
- A combination of subjective and objective assessments improves diagnostic accuracy.
- Various therapeutic strategies exist for treating female sexual dysfunction.