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Discussing patients' sexual concerns

from Contemporary OB/GYN

Discussing patients' sexual concerns Contemporary OB/GYN Forty-three percent of American women aged 18 to 85 report experiencing some form of sexual complaint; however, the actual incidence of self-reported significant distress from these issues is closer to 12%. Defined as distress due to lack of desire, impaired arousal, inability to achieve orgasm, pain with sex, or a combination of the above, sexual dysfunction is a commonly ignored topic given the societal stigma surrounding open discussion of female sexuality. Unfortunately, this bias toward under reporting extends to healthcare providers, who also report being less comfortable bringing up female sexuality. READ MORE

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