Sexual experiences and quality of life in Turkish women using methods of contraception

Pınar, Şükran Ertekin; Demirel, Gülbahtiyar; Yıldırım, Gülay; Dağlar, Gülseren

doi:10.1080/01443615.2019.1581738

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“…Our study supports wider research showing the trade-off women face when they experience negative side effects, choosing between rejecting contraception altogether, switching between several methods until they find one that is acceptable to them, or enduring side effects and their impacts on their daily life and activities [15][16][17][18].…”

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Experiences and impacts of side effects among contraceptive users in the UK: exploring individual narratives of contraceptive side effects

Stewart,

Stevens,

Kennedy

et al. 2023

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PurposeWhile many women worldwide use contraception, there is a paucity of research on individual experiences of side effects and their impacts. To address this gap, we analysed free-text responses of contraception experiences from 337 women aged 18 to 35, based in the UK who took part in an online survey on contraception.Materials and methodsThrough a directed content analysis approach, we developed a coding framework based on existing literature and initial response review. It included six themes; method(s) of contraception, side effect(s) experienced, impact of side effect(s), timing of side effect(s), interactions with healthcare practitioners, and trial and error.ResultsSide effect experiences and impacts varied greatly between individuals and contraceptives. Most participants described negative effects, such as mental health issues and bleeding problems. Some shared positive experiences related to bleeding management and the absence of side effects. Some experienced side effects after years of use and felt unheard by practitioners.ConclusionsThis contraceptive experience variability underscores the need for further research into individual side effect variation. We advocate for a patient-centred approach to contraceptive counselling. Practitioners should play an active role in improving contraception prescription, acknowledging the diverse experiences and preferences of patients.

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Section: Results In the Context Of What Is Knownsupporting

confidence: 82%

Experiences and impacts of side effects among contraceptive users in the UK: exploring individual narratives of contraceptive side effects

Stewart,

Stevens,

Kennedy

et al. 2023

Preprint

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“…Studies show that women who encounter complications while using a certain contraception method tend to have a lower QoL. Similarly, women who experienced side effects reported lower QoL scores than those who did not [84]. In the case of condom use, it is less likely that women experience side effects thus they tend to be more satisfied.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…In the case of condom use, it is less likely that women experience side effects thus they tend to be more satisfied. Indicating a need for designing and implementing specific interventions, as a part of counseling practice, that teach women ways to cope with side effects and/or complications with various modern FP methods and evaluating the impact of these methods on both QoL and sexual life [84].…”

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confidence: 99%

Do modern family planning methods impact women’s quality of life? Jordanian women’s perspective

Alyahya

Hijazi

Alshraideh

et al. 2019

Health Qual Life Outcomes

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Background Although Jordan has made progress in meeting Family Planning (FP) needs in last decades, recently the use of FP methods has declined significantly. Women’s personal experiences, knowledge, and perceptions of how a FP method might impact their quality of life (QoL) can influence FP decisions. However, a lack of comprehensive understanding of the impact of modern FP methods on women’s QoL continues to exist among Jordanian couples. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the relationship between the use of common modern FP methods and QoL among Jordanian women. Methods Using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire along with other questions, non-pregnant women of reproductive age were interviewed at their homes through face-to-face structured interviews. Women who visited the obstetrics and gynecology clinic of King Abdullah University Hospital for contraceptive advice and follow-up consultations were also included. Results A total of 548 women aged between 18 and 49 participated in the study. Based on the WHOQOL-BREF scale, the overall mean (SD) scores of the four domains were found to be average. Our findings show that women who used Intra Uterine Devices (IUDs) and women whose husbands used condoms had better QoL in the four domains (physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and environment) than those who used Oral Contraceptives (OCs). Women who used implant and injectable hormonal contraceptives had better QoL in terms of the physical health and social relationships domains. In contrast, women who had undergone permanent sterilization had lower QoL scores in all of the four domains. Further analysis revealed that women who had undergone tubal sterilization were less satisfied overall and more likely to experience side effects than women who used OCs. Conclusion The choice to use contraceptives and decide freely whether and when to have children is regarded as a fundamental reproductive health right and is strongly linked to women’s health and QoL. Women who use OCs and women who have undergone permanent sterilization are likely to have lower QoL than women who use IUDs or implant and injectable hormones and those whose husbands use condoms.

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“…For example, preliminary research suggests that people's perceptions of whether their methods affect sexuality are also important components of sexual acceptability and contraceptive satisfaction and continuation . Moreover, most existing studies collected data at only one point in time (Pinar et al, 2019) or, at most, after one to three months of use. Most studies assign research participants particular methods; in real-life clinical practice, patients select their own desired methods.…”

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Sexual Functioning, Satisfaction, and Well-Being Among Contraceptive Users: A Three-Month Assessment From the HER Salt Lake Contraceptive Initiative

Higgins¹,

Kramer

Wright

et al. 2021

The Journal of Sex Research

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Few large, longitudinal studies document multiple contraceptive methods' effects on sexual functioning, satisfaction, and well-being. We leveraged data from the HER Salt Lake Contraceptive Initiative, a prospective cohort study with patient surveys at baseline, one month, and three months. Surveys assessed bleeding changes, contraceptive-related side effects, sexual functioning and satisfaction, and perceptions of methods' impact on sexual well-being. Individuals in the final sample (N = 2,157) initiated either combined oral contraceptives, levonorgestrel intrauterine devices (IUDs), copper IUDs, implants, injectables, or vaginal rings. Across methods, participants exhibited minimal changes in sexual function (Female Sexual Function Index-6 scores) or satisfaction (New Scale of Sexual Satisfaction scores) over three months. However, many perceived contraception-related changes to sexual well-being. Half (51%) reported their new method had made their sex life better; 15% reported it had made their sex life worse. Sexual improvements were associated with decreased vaginal bleeding, fewer side effects, and IUD use. Negative sexual impacts were associated with physical side effects (e.g., bloating and breast tenderness), increased bleeding, and vaginal ring use. In conclusion, contraceptive users did not experience major changes in sexual functioning or satisfaction over three months, but they did report subjective sexual changes, mostly positive, due to their method.

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Sexual experiences and quality of life in Turkish women using methods of contraception

Cited by 10 publications

References 20 publications

Experiences and impacts of side effects among contraceptive users in the UK: exploring individual narratives of contraceptive side effects

Experiences and impacts of side effects among contraceptive users in the UK: exploring individual narratives of contraceptive side effects

Do modern family planning methods impact women’s quality of life? Jordanian women’s perspective

Sexual Functioning, Satisfaction, and Well-Being Among Contraceptive Users: A Three-Month Assessment From the HER Salt Lake Contraceptive Initiative

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