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Sexual Health in the Elderly Population
John S Fisher1, Andrew Rezk2, Elie Nwefo2
1Department of Urology, University of Tennessee-Knoxville, Knoxville, TN, USA.
Current Sexual Health Reports
|January 13, 2021
Summary
Sexual health in older adults is crucial. Addressing issues like erectile dysfunction and menopause with treatments like hormone therapy and counseling can significantly improve sexual satisfaction for both individuals and couples.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sexual Medicine
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- Sexual health remains a vital aspect of well-being for the aging population.
- Understanding age-related sexual changes is key to managing sexual dysfunction.
- Sexual health concerns in the elderly can be interconnected between genders or independent.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key factors influencing sexual satisfaction in older men and women.
- To review current understanding and treatments for age-related sexual health issues.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on aging and sexual health.
- Analysis of factors contributing to sexual satisfaction in elderly men and women.
- Identification of current therapeutic interventions for sexual dysfunction in this demographic.
Main Results:
- Male sexual health concerns include hypogonadism and erectile dysfunction, with potential links to cardiovascular issues.
- Treatments for men may involve hormone replacement, erectile dysfunction therapies, and emerging options like stem cell injections.
- Female sexual health is impacted by menopause, vaginal dryness, and dyspareunia, treatable with moisturizers, estrogen therapy, and laser treatments.
- Arousal disorders also affect the elderly population, with some therapeutic benefits observed.
Conclusions:
- Addressing male sexual dysfunction requires a multifaceted approach including testosterone therapy, lifestyle changes, and specific treatments.
- For women, understanding menopause and offering appropriate therapies can enhance sexual health and satisfaction.
- A collaborative approach involving healthcare providers, patients, and partners is essential for optimizing care.
- This review highlights normal aging changes and available treatments, advocating for a comprehensive strategy to improve sexual quality of life in older adults.
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