Sexual Dysfunction - Research Article from World of Health

This encyclopedia article consists of approximately 6 pages of information about Sexual Dysfunction.

Sexual Dysfunction - Research Article from World of Health

This encyclopedia article consists of approximately 6 pages of information about Sexual Dysfunction.
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Sexual dysfunction is broadly defined as the inability to fully enjoy sexual intercourse. Specifically, sexual dysfunctions are disorders that interfere with a full sexual response cycle. These disorders make it difficult for a person to enjoy or to have sexual intercourse. While sexual dysfunction rarely threatens physical health, it can take a heavy psychological toll, bringing on depression, anxiety, and debilitating feelings of inadequacy.

Sexual dysfunction takes different forms in men and women. A dysfunction can be life-long and always present acquired, situational, or generalized (occurring despite the situation). A man may have a sexual problem if he:

  • Ejaculates before he or his partner desires (premature ejaculation)
  • Does not ejaculate, or experiences delayed ejaculation
  • Is unable to have an erection sufficient for pleasurable intercourse
  • Feels pain during intercourse
  • Lacks or loses sexual desire.

A woman may have a sexual problem if she:

  • Lacks or loses sexual...

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