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Identifying female sexual dysfunctions.

S L Sheahan1

  • 1College of Nursing, University of Kentucky, Lexington.

The Nurse Practitioner
|February 1, 1989
PubMed
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Female sexual dysfunction remains prevalent despite societal sexual enlightenment. This article addresses unrealistic media portrayals, persistent myths, and offers clinical strategies for identifying and managing female sexual problems.

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Area of Science:

  • Women's Health
  • Sexual Medicine
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Contemporary society promotes sexual enlightenment, yet many women face sexual dysfunction.
  • Media ideals of female sexuality are often unrealistic, contributing to frustration.
  • Persistent myths and lack of open discussion in clinical settings hinder addressing sexual concerns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of female sexual dysfunctions.
  • To present a structured approach for eliciting sexual concerns from patients.
  • To outline clinical management techniques for female sexual problems.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on female sexual dysfunction.
  • Development of a clinical interview format for sexual history taking.

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  • Summary of evidence-based management strategies.

    • Main Results:

    • Female sexual dysfunction is a complex issue influenced by societal, psychological, and biological factors.
    • A systematic approach to history taking can uncover often-undiagnosed sexual problems.
    • Various therapeutic options exist for managing different types of female sexual dysfunction.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinicians should proactively inquire about sexual health to address female sexual dysfunction.
    • Challenging myths and providing accurate information are crucial for patient care.
    • Implementing structured assessment and management can improve outcomes for women with sexual concerns.