Infertility And Sexual Dysfunction During Treatment: A Guide For e Family Physician
- Author:
Jean-Jasmin Lee
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Sexual Dysfunction;
Infertility
- From:The Singapore Family Physician
2016;42(2):44-46
- CountrySingapore
- Language:English
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Abstract:
This article explores the role of the family physician in
helping couples cope with sexual difficulties in the
context of their infertility experience and treatment.
Sexual dysfunction can be pre-existing or as a result of
infertility investigations and treatment. The initial
workup in general practice consists of taking a good
history and performing a physical examination. This
can help exclude medical conditions that may cause
sexual dysfunction. The PLISSIT (Permission, Limited
Information, Specific Suggestions, Intensive Therapy)
method can be used to facilitate discussions about
sexual concerns.
