In this video, Dr. Fred Foley, PhD will be offering brief definitions of sexual dysfunction in MS, discussing the frequency of sexual dysfunctions for males and females in MS, and suggesting his most helpful approaches to improve sexual health.
Sexual/Gender/Intimacy
Around 80% of people with MS report sexual problems, which may be due to muscle weakening, bladder and/or bowel problems, abnormal sensation, especially in the genital regions, and psychological factors.
Sexual/Gender/Intimacy
Sexual dysfunction in multiple sclerosis (MS) is a significant but overlooked impairment, and treatment options are rare. The aims of this systematic review were to identify psychological interventions used to treat sexual dysfunction in MS, to estimate their benefit, and to note appropriate treatment approaches for research projects and clinical use.
Sexual/Gender/Intimacy
Sexual function is often disregarded and frequently underdiagnosed in individuals living with MS. Studies show that the proportion of sexual dysfunction in MS is greater than that in other neurological diseases and almost 5 times greater than the general population.
Fred Foley, PhD, addresses discussing difficult and sensitive subjects with your healthcare provider.
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