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Suzanna Daud1,2, Akmal Zulayla Mohd Zahid3, Mariam Mohamad4
1Maternofetal and Embryo (MatE) Research Group, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buloh Campus, 47000, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia. suzannadaud@hotmail.com.
Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics
|August 23, 2019
Summary
Sexual dysfunction affects 81% of pregnant women, with symptoms worsening in the third trimester. This common issue requires greater attention in prenatal care to address associated factors and improve maternal well-being.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Women's Health
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- Sexual dysfunction is a prevalent yet often overlooked health concern during pregnancy.
- Understanding its prevalence and contributing factors is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in pregnant women.
- To identify factors associated with sexual dysfunction during pregnancy.
Main Methods:
- A 6-month cross-sectional study involving 100 healthy, sexually active pregnant women.
- Data collected via questionnaires including the Malay Version Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI).
- Statistical analysis using SPSS, Chi-square, and Fisher exact tests.
Main Results:
- 81% of participants (81 out of 100) were diagnosed with sexual dysfunction.
- The mean FSFI score was 20.41 ± 8.45, indicating overall dysfunction.
- Sexual dysfunction and its components (desire, arousal, satisfaction, pain) significantly worsened in the third trimester compared to earlier stages.
Conclusions:
- Sexual dysfunction is a significant and common burden in pregnant women.
- The trimester of pregnancy is significantly associated with the incidence of sexual dysfunction.
- This condition warrants greater clinical attention and research.
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