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Sexuality in chronic illness.

T N Wise

    Primary Care
    |March 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Evaluating sexual dysfunction in chronic illness requires a comprehensive approach. This includes a thorough history, partner interview, and assessment of psychological and organic factors for effective treatment planning.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Psychology
    • Sexual Health

    Background:

    • Sexual functioning is complex, involving psychological, organic performance, and organic enjoyment spheres.
    • Chronic illness can significantly impact an individual's sexual health and well-being.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline a systematic approach for evaluating sexual complaints in individuals with chronic illness.
    • To emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary assessment for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

    Main Methods:

    • Gathering a normative database including present illness history, past history, sexual history, and psychosocial history.
    • Incorporating physical findings and laboratory data into the evaluation.
    • Considering partner interviews and comprehensive assessment of subjective and objective data.

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    Main Results:

    • A detailed evaluation is crucial for identifying the etiology of sexual disorders in chronic illness.
    • Treatment plans may involve psychiatric or organic interventions, or a combination of both.
    • Prolonged follow-up is often necessary to fully understand and manage sexual dysfunction.

    Conclusions:

    • A thorough and systematic evaluation is essential for addressing sexual dysfunction in patients with chronic illness.
    • Physician support and interest are vital, even when treatment is challenging.
    • Optimizing sexual health is an important aspect of overall patient care in chronic conditions.