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[Hypoactive sexual desire disorder in men: clinical approach in sexual medicine]

F Bianchi-Demicheli1, S Ortigue, P Meyer

  • 1Département de psychiatrie et Unité d'endocrinologie gynécologie et de médecine de la reproduction, Genève. fbianchi@worldcom.ch

Revue Medicale Suisse
|April 23, 2010
PubMed

Insights

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) affects men and is a common reason for sexual medicine consultations. A thorough medical evaluation integrating psychological, endocrinological, and psychiatric factors is crucial for effective treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Sexual Medicine
  • Men's Health
  • Psychiatry

Context:

  • Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is prevalent, impacting men and women, and is a frequent reason for sexual medicine consultations.
  • While often associated with women, HSDD significantly affects men, necessitating specific clinical attention.

Purpose:

  • To outline a structured clinical approach for evaluating HSDD in men.
  • To guide physicians in the comprehensive assessment of male HSDD.

Summary:

  • HSDD evaluation requires a systematic approach, integrating psychological, endocrinological, toxicological, and psychiatric factors.
  • A precise diagnostic schema is essential for initiating effective HSDD therapy in men.
  • Specialized training in sexual medicine enhances the optimal evaluation of HSDD.

Impact:

  • Aims to improve the daily clinical practice of physicians managing male HSDD.
  • Facilitates more accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment strategies for HSDD in men.
  • Contributes to better patient outcomes by addressing the multifaceted nature of male HSDD.

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