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Evaluation of sexual dysfunction prevalence in infertile couples
Afsaneh Khademi1, Ashraf Alleyassin, Mehrnoosh Amini
1Tehran University of Medical Sciences-Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tehran, Iran. afkhademi@sina.tums.ac.ir
The Journal of Sexual Medicine
|December 19, 2007
Summary
Sexual dysfunction is common in infertile couples, particularly affecting female arousal and sensation. Erectile dysfunction (ED) prevalence was also higher than in the general population.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Sexual Medicine
- Clinical Urology
Background:
- Infertility significantly impacts the physical and emotional health of individuals and couples.
- Sexual function is a crucial aspect of overall health and quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in infertile couples.
- To assess sexual function using validated questionnaires.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted with 100 infertile couples at a tertiary university hospital.
- Sexual dysfunction was assessed using the Sexual Function Questionnaire (SFQ) and the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF).
Main Results:
- Only 7% of women reported normal sexual function across all SFQ domains.
- Female sexual dysfunction was most prevalent in arousal-sensation (80.2%) and least in orgasm (22.8%).
- Severe erectile dysfunction (ED) affected 2% of male participants, with higher overall ED prevalence than reported in normal populations.
Conclusions:
- Sexual dysfunction, especially in arousal-sensation and arousal-lubrication domains, is more prevalent in infertile couples than in the general Iranian population.
- The prevalence of any degree of ED was higher in infertile men compared to normal populations.
- Further research is needed to understand the influence of demographic factors, relationship dynamics, and infertility itself on sexual dysfunction.
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