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Author Spotlight: Integrating Ultrasound Imaging with Biochemical Markers for Thyroid Disease Diagnosis
Published on: February 9, 2024
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Thyroid diseases and female sexual dysfunctions
Federica Barbagallo1, Rossella Cannarella1,2, Rosita A Condorelli1
1Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, 95123, Catania, Italy.
Sexual Medicine Reviews
|April 11, 2024
Summary
Female sexual dysfunctions (FSDs) are often linked to thyroid diseases like hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Physicians should screen for FSDs in thyroid patients and check thyroid function in women with FSDs, particularly post-menopause.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Sexual Medicine
- Women's Health
Background:
- Female sexual dysfunctions (FSDs) and thyroid diseases are common but their association is under-researched.
- Thyroid imbalances may significantly impact female sexual health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current knowledge on thyroid disease and FSD association.
- To explore mechanisms linking thyroid dysfunction to female sexual health within a biopsychosocial framework.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search of PubMed, MEDLINE, and Scopus.
- Keywords included "female sexual function," "thyroid disease," "hypothyroidism," and "hyperthyroidism."
Main Results:
- Limited high-quality studies exist, but data suggest a frequent association between FSDs and thyroid disorders in women.
- Hypothesized mechanisms include hormonal shifts, neurotransmitter imbalance, reduced nitric oxide, mood disorders, and systemic effects.
- Thyroid hormone receptors are present in the genitourinary system.
Conclusions:
- Clinicians should assess sexual health in patients with thyroid disease.
- Evaluate thyroid function in women with FSDs, especially post-menopause, due to increased risk.
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