ejaculation. Secondly, LUTS and especially nocturia might cause a disturbance in sleeping pattern which may lead to impaired sexual function. Furthermore, psychological factors might also play a part, since the embarrassment and stress accompanying LUTS may negatively influence sexual function.CONCLUSIONS: In contrast to the old-established opinion, the recent literature demonstrates that an age-independent association between LUTS and sexual dysfunction does exist.
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