Sexual Dysfunction Among Men Who Have Sex with Men: a Review Article

Fernandez-Crespo, Raul; Cordon-Galiano, Billy H

doi:10.1007/s11934-020-01030-w

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“… 7 It is the most common sexual dysfunction in MSM, with a prevalence ranging from 10.4% to 42.7%. 3 In comparison, the prevalence in young French men is 21.2%. 8 These high prevalence levels may be linked to psychological stress factors experienced by sexual minorities, including discrimination, victimization, and internalized homonegativity.…”

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“…1 It is one of the most common sexual issues in men of all sexual orientations, 2 including men who have sex with men (MSM), in whom the impact can be even more significant. 3 A review found that 24% of MSM exhibited ED. 4 In MSM 40 to 59 years of age in Cuba, a high prevalence of ED was identified (ranging from 13% to 28%).…”

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“… 6 The MSM population is commonly affected by ED, and it has a complex relationship with both biological and psychosocial factors. 3 According to previous evidence, influential factors for ED in MSM patients include limited access to required care, body dissatisfaction, and anxiety about sexual performance failure. 3 …”

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“… 3 According to previous evidence, influential factors for ED in MSM patients include limited access to required care, body dissatisfaction, and anxiety about sexual performance failure. 3 …”

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“… 8 However, it has been reported that MSM are 28% less likely to experience PE compared with heterosexual men. 3 According to the results of a meta-analysis involving 57 229 patients, 21.2% of them were found to have PE. 9 Factors associated with the prevalence of PE in MSM include obesity, an estimated time of over 5 minutes between penetration and ejaculation, 10 younger age, and a fewer number of sexual partners.…”

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Prevalence and associated factors of premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction in young, single men who have sex with men in Lima, Peru

Santillán-Romero,

Valladares-Garrido,

Juarez-Ubillus

et al. 2024

Sexual Medicine

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Background While there is literature on erectile dysfunction (ED) and premature ejaculation (PE) in men, conclusive evidence regarding these sexual health issues and potential associated factors in the young, single men who have sex with men (MSM) population is lacking. Aim The study sought to determine the prevalence and factors associated with PE and ED in young single MSM in the capital of Peru. Methods This was an analytical cross-sectional study in MSM using an online questionnaire. The presence of ED and PE was assessed using the 5-item International Index of Erectile Function and 5-item Premature Ejaculation Diagnostic Tool questionnaires, respectively. In addition, their association with personal, physical health, and sexual behavior variables was evaluated. Prevalence ratios (PRs) were estimated through regression models. Outcomes Premature ejaculation and Erectile dysfunction in MSM. Results Of 315 participants, most were between 20 to 29 years of age (71.8%), 43.5% identified as homosexual, 59.1% had between 2 and 5 sexual partners, and 40.6% reported that the duration of their sexual relationship was between 1 and 12 months. The prevalence of ED was 53.3% (95% confidence interval [CI], 47.66%-58.95%), and PE was present in 8.3% (95% CI, 5.46%-11.86%). Factors associated with a higher prevalence of ED were having between 6 and 9 sexual partners (PR, 1.48; 95% CI, 1.05-2.11) and having a sexual relationship lasting 13 to 24 months (PR, 0.70; 95% CI, 0.50-0.98). Furthermore, for each additional year from the onset of the first sexual encounter with another man, the prevalence of PE increased by 7% (PR, 1.07; 95% CI, 1.02-1.13). Clinical Implications These findings suggest that there is a relationship between an increased number of sexual partners and a higher prevalence of ED. It also suggests that relationships that last for some time may have a protective effect against ED. Strengths and Limitations Strengths include the use of validated instruments, adequate sample size, robust multivariate analysis, and being one of the few studies in Latin America assessing PE and ED in the MSM population. Limitations include the cross-sectional design, nonprobability sampling, and access to participants. Conclusion Having more sexual partners is associated with increased ED, while relationships lasting 13 to 24 months are associated with decreased ED. Each additional year from the onset of the first sexual relationship increases the prevalence of PE. These findings can guide the design of health policies and programs tailored to the MSM community to enhance their well-being and sexual quality of life.

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