Overview
Sexual dysfunction refers to certain disorders that prevents an individual or couple to feel satisfied after physical intimacy. Both men and women are affected by this disorder. It is fairly common and can be treated.
The causes may be physical or psychological.
- Physical causes
- Diabetes
- Heart diseases
- Neurological disorders
- Hormonal imbalance
- Psychological causes
- Stress
- Depression
- Concerned of sexual performance
- Trauma or abuse
- Relationship issues.
- Medications
Common presentations of sexual dysfunctions are as follows.
- Delayed ejaculation: Significant delay in ejaculation, infrequency, or absence of ejaculation during sexual activity.
- Premature ejaculation: Ejaculation that occurs too early during sexual activity or before the individual desires it.
- Difficulty with sexual interest and arousal: A noticeable decrease or lack of interest in sexual activity and/or diminished arousal response to sexual cues.
- Female orgasmic disorder: Significant delay, infrequency, absence of orgasm, or a marked reduction in the intensity of orgasmic sensations.
Diagnosis is based on :
- Physical examination
- History of symptoms
- Diagnostic tests to rule out other symptoms.
Sexual dysfunction is treated through:
- Medications
- Behavioural therapy
- Psychotherapy
- Communication
- Mechanical aids
- Sex therapy.
