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Menopause, a natural biological process marking the end of a woman's fertility, typically occurs between the fifth and sixth decade of life. This phase is characterized by the exhaustion of the ovarian follicle pool, leading to less responsive ovaries despite the high levels of Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH). The consequential decrease in estrogen production results in symptoms like hot flashes, heavy sweating, headaches, hair loss, muscle pains, vaginal...
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Background:

  • Menopause-induced hormonal changes are linked to sexual dysfunction.
  • Women with endometriosis often report lower sexual function scores.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate how menopause affects sexual function in women diagnosed with endometriosis.

Main Methods:

  • An anonymous online survey assessed 1586 French women with endometriosis using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI).
  • Menopause was defined as amenorrhea for ≥12 months.
  • Multivariable logistic regression and logworth analyses identified associations between FSFI scores and menopause status.

Main Results:

  • Menopausal women with endometriosis had significantly lower overall FSFI scores.
  • Arousal was the most affected domain, followed by satisfaction.
  • A steep decline in FSFI was observed between ages 46-50, with further declines after age 55.

Conclusions:

  • Menopause contributes to reduced sexual function in women with endometriosis, with arousal being a key affected domain.
  • Further research into personalized management strategies, including hormone therapy and counseling, is warranted.