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  • Urology
  • Andrology
  • Sexual Medicine

Background:

  • Male sexual dysfunction encompasses conditions like erectile dysfunction (ED), Peyronie's disease (PD), and premature ejaculation (PE), impacting sexual functioning.
  • Prevalence increases with age, with over 50% of men aged 40-70 experiencing some ED.
  • Risk factors include age, diabetes mellitus (DM), hypertension, psychological factors, and neurological disturbances.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnosis and treatment of common male sexual dysfunctions.
  • To highlight the importance of patient-reported outcomes in diagnosis.
  • To outline etiology-dependent treatment strategies for ED, PD, and PE.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized sexual health questionnaires (e.g., IIEF, SHIM, PEDT) for screening.
  • Emphasized focused patient history and physical examination for diagnosis.
  • Reviewed current literature on treatment modalities based on underlying causes.

Main Results:

  • Diagnosis requires the patient or partner to perceive sexual functioning as impaired.
  • First-line ED treatment includes phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors or psychotherapy for psychogenic causes.
  • PD treatments range from medication to surgical interventions; PE management includes behavioral therapy and SSRIs.

Conclusions:

  • Male sexual dysfunction is multifactorial, requiring tailored, etiology-specific treatment.
  • Effective management relies on accurate diagnosis through validated tools and clinical assessment.
  • A range of therapeutic options are available, from conservative measures to advanced interventions.