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  • Gynecology
  • Sexual Health
  • Oncology

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  • Cervical screening commonly involves human papillomavirus (HPV) testing.
  • The psychological impact of HPV-positive results on female sexual functioning is not well understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between HPV test results and female sexual functioning.
  • To explore the impact of HPV diagnosis timing on sexual health.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective, descriptive-cross-sectional study involving 300 women undergoing HPV testing.
  • Assessment of sexual functioning using the Arizona Sexual Experiences (ASEX) scale and the Female Sexual Functioning Index (FSFI).

Main Results:

  • No significant differences in sexual functioning were observed between HPV-positive and HPV-negative women.
  • Sexual functioning was not affected by HPV test results at diagnosis or during follow-up periods.
  • Marital status and employment status showed statistically significant associations with sexual functioning.

Conclusions:

  • HPV test results do not appear to negatively impact female sexual functioning.
  • Factors such as marital status and employment are more influential on sexual health than HPV status.
  • Further research may explore the psychosocial aspects influencing sexual well-being in women undergoing cervical screening.