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Psoriasis and male sexuality.
J-N Dauendorffer1, S Ly2, M Beylot-Barry2
1Centre for STD, Dermatology Department, hôpital Saint-Louis, AP-HP, 42, rue Bichat, 75010 Paris, France; Psoriasis Research Group (GrPso), société française de dermatologie, 75009 Paris, France.
Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie
|April 1, 2019
Summary
Psoriasis, especially genital psoriasis, can negatively impact male sexual function and satisfaction. Patients desire more dermatological care regarding this sensitive issue.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Sexual Medicine
- Quality of Life Research
Background:
- Sexual satisfaction is integral to overall quality of life.
- Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory condition that can affect various body parts, including the genitals.
- Genital psoriasis may significantly impact male sexual health and well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current literature on the effects of psoriasis, particularly genital psoriasis, on male sexuality.
- To identify risk factors associated with sexual dysfunction and erectile dysfunction in men with psoriasis.
- To evaluate the impact of genital psoriasis on sexual satisfaction and overall sexual functioning.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of studies investigating psoriasis and male sexual health.
- Analysis of risk factors for sexual dysfunction, including psoriasis severity, comorbidities, and treatment side effects.
- Examination of data on genital psoriasis's effect on sexual functioning and satisfaction using various scoring systems.
Main Results:
- Psoriasis severity, genital psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, smoking, psychological disorders, and cardiovascular comorbidities are linked to sexual dysfunction.
- While genital psoriasis is linked to global sexual functioning (DLQI question 9), studies show discrepancies in measuring sexual satisfaction.
- Psoriasis patients report a need for increased dermatological support concerning genital psoriasis and its sexual consequences.
Conclusions:
- Psoriasis, especially when affecting the genital area, poses a significant risk to male sexual health and satisfaction.
- There is a clear need for improved patient-physician communication and integrated care approaches to address the sexual concerns of men with psoriasis.
- Further research is warranted to reconcile discrepancies in sexual satisfaction assessment and develop targeted interventions.
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