Hormonal Contraception and Sexual Function: A Review, Clinical Insights, and Management Considerations.
Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am
; 51(2): 381-395, 2024 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
Most sexually active women of reproductive age have used contraception, with hormonal methods constituting approximately 40% of contraceptive choices. Among these hormonal options, combined oral contraceptives stand out as the most selected. Within this same demographic, sexual issues are prevalent. Although specific hormonal contraceptives have been implicated in sexual dysfunction among these women, the correlation lacks consistency across studies and varies between different types of hormonal contraception. This article assesses the available literature on the associations between various hormonal contraceptive methods and sexual function and provides practical management insights.
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Disfunciones Sexuales Fisiológicas
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Anticoncepción Hormonal
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En
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Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am
Asunto de la revista:
GINECOLOGIA
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OBSTETRICIA
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2024
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Article