Exploring the impact of endometriosis on partners

Ameratunga, Devini; Flemming, Tina; Angstetra, Donald; Ng, Shu‐Kay; Sneddon, Anne

doi:10.1111/jog.13325

Cited by 34 publications

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“…Some participants in the study were complaining about the lack of support from the spouse and the controversy and disagreement with him due to the illness. The results of other studies are also consistent with the present study (Ameratunga et al., 2017). One of the most important threats to the emotional intimacy of couples is sexual problems.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 94%

Exploring the impact of endometriosis on women’s lives: A qualitative study in Iran

et al. 2020

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Aim Considering the wide impact of endometriosis on various aspects of health, this study aimed to explore the impact of endometriosis on Iranian women's lives. Design The present study used a qualitative approach and conventional content analysis. Methods Twenty patients suffering from endometriosis referring to Imam Khomeini Hospital in Tehran took part in this study. The sampling was done purposefully until data saturation. After deep semi‐structured interviews, the content analysis of the interviews was done according to the steps proposed by Zhang and Wildemuth. Results The mean age of the participants was 34.53 (SD: 5.81) years (range: 23–43) with duration of illness of 6.30 ± 5.86 years. Their educational level varied from high school to university, and most of them were employed. Analysis of the data from participants' experiences led to the formation of 5 categories under the titles "Physical suffering, instability of marital life, mental disorder, disruption in social life and self‐care" and 11 subcategories. Conclusion The findings of the present study showed that endometriosis can adversely affect women's lives including physical, sexual, psychological and social problems. Although in some cases patients adopt different strategies for self‐care, the need for more support is felt.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 94%

Exploring the impact of endometriosis on women’s lives: A qualitative study in Iran

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“…We identified 13 studies in women with endometriosis that address the impact of endometriosis on the personal relationships component of the life course. 34,45,62,[70][71][72][73][74][75][76][77][78][79] The category of "personal relationships" is inclusive of social and family connections as well as intimate partner relationships. Endometriosis may interfere with all types of interpersonal relationships, 34,62 but it is sexual health that has garnered the most research interest.…”

Section: Personal Relationshipsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Studies have consistently reported impairment in sexual function in women with endometriosis that causes strain on intimate relationships. 45,62,70,72,75,79 In a multicenter Austrian and German study of 125 women with histologically confirmed endometriosis and dyspareunia, most women (78%) reported sexual distress, as measured on the Female Sexual Distress Scale, and 32% reported sexual dysfunction, as measured on the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). 74 Only 21% of women reported neither sexual distress nor sexual dysfunction.…”

Section: Personal Relationshipsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Impact of Endometriosis on Life-Course Potential: A Narrative Review

Missmer¹,

Tu²,

Agarwal³

et al. 2021

IJGM

127

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Endometriosis may exert a profound negative influence on the lives of individuals with the disorder, adversely affecting quality of life, participation in daily and social activities, physical and sexual functioning, relationships, educational and work productivity, mental health, and well-being. Over the course of a lifetime, these daily challenges may translate into limitations in achieving life goals such as pursuing or completing educational opportunities; making career choices or advancing in a chosen career; forming stable, fulfilling relationships; or starting a family, all of which ultimately alter one's life trajectory. The potential for endometriosis to impact the life course is considerable, as symptom onset generally occurs at a time of life (menarche through menopause, adolescence through middle age) when multiple life-changing and trajectory-defining decisions are made. Using a lifecourse approach, we examine how the known effects of endometriosis on life-domain satisfaction may impact health and well-being across the life course of affected individuals. We provide a quasi-systematic, narrative review of the literature as well as expert opinion on recommendations for clinical management and future research directions.

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“…Over the last few years, several epidemiological studies have pointed out some relationship between cancer of the endometrium and BF and have shown that long periods of BF are associated with a reduced risk of this type of neoplasia. [42][43][44]…”

Section: Cancer Of the Endometriummentioning

confidence: 99%

Breastfeeding and the Benefits of Lactation for Women's Health

Ciampo

2018

Rev Bras Ginecol Obstet

213

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The offer of the maternal breast to the baby is an unquestionable right of mothers and their children, and all efforts should be made to promote, follow and maintain exclusive breastfeeding for up to 6 months and supplement it until the child completes 2 years of age. Many publications are available in the literature about the qualities of breast milk, its benefits and health repercussions, stimulating the practice of breastfeeding and supporting campaigns for its implementation. However, although it is widely known that breastfeeding is an important step in the reproductive process of women and its practice offers benefits to both mother and child, most of the available information highlights the benefits of breast milk for children, while mention of the effects of breastfeeding on the health of the mother is usually neglected. Thus, the objective of the present study is to highlight the multiple benefits of breastfeeding for the physical and emotional health of the nursing mother. The authors consulted articles published in the databases PubMed, Virtual Health Library and Web of Science using the keywords breastfeeding, breast milk, lactation and maternal health. Palavras-Chave► aleitamento materno ► leite materno ► período pós-parto ResumoA oferta do seio materno às crianças é um direito inquestionável das mães e de seus filhos, e todos os esforços devem ser feitos no sentido de promover, acompanhar e manter o aleitamento materno exclusivo até os 6 meses e complementado até que a criança complete 2 anos de idade. A literatura apresenta incontáveis publicações acerca das qualidades do leite materno, seus benefícios e repercussões para a saúde, estimulando a prática do aleitamento materno e embasando campanhas. Porém, mesmo sendo de conhecimento geral que a amamentação é uma importante etapa no processo reprodutivo da mulher e que sua prática oferece benefícios para mãe e filho, a grande maioria das informações destacam os benefícios que o leite materno oferece às crianças, esquecendo-se de mencionar todas as repercussões que o aleitamento materno traz para a saúde da mãe. Assim, o objetivo deste artigo é destacar os inúmeros benefícios que o aleitamento materno proporciona à saúde física e emocional da lactante. Para tanto, os autores consultaram artigos publicados nas bases de dados PubMed, Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde e Web of Science utilizando as palavras-chave aleitamento materno, leite materno, lactação e saúde materna.

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Exploring the impact of endometriosis on partners

Cited by 34 publications

References 13 publications

Exploring the impact of endometriosis on women’s lives: A qualitative study in Iran

Exploring the impact of endometriosis on women’s lives: A qualitative study in Iran

Impact of Endometriosis on Life-Course Potential: A Narrative Review

Breastfeeding and the Benefits of Lactation for Women's Health

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