Sexual Function in Breastfeeding Women in Family Health Centers of Tabriz, Iran, 2012

J, Malakoti; Zamanzadeh,; Maleki, Ahdieh; A, Farshbaf Khalili

doi:10.5681/jcs.2013.017

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“…Also, a systematic review reported that Lavender alone or in combination with other aromas may lead to improve the physical and psychological symptoms of menopausal ( 19 ). The result of a study showed that sexual function in lactating women improved 40 days after aromatherapy with rose, fennel, lavender, geranium and orange essential oil ( 20 ). In another study, it was found that the aromatherapy with Citrus aurantium improves quality of life and reduces postmenopausal women's stress ( 21 ).…”

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Effects of Aromatherapy with Citrus Aurantium Lavender on Sexual Function of Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abbaspoor¹,

Sharifipour²,

Siahposh³

et al. 2022

JFRH

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Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of aromatherapy with Citrus aurantium Lavender on the sexual function of postmenopausal women. Materials and methods: A randomized controlled trial with single-blind design was conducted on eighty postmenopausal women in Ahvaz, Iran from January to December 2019. The women were randomly assigned to the Citrus aurantium group (n=40) and placebo group (n=40). The intervention group received two drops of Citrus aurantium essential oil twice a day, for four consecutive days a week, for four weeks as inhalation. Similarly, placebo was received by the control group. Results: The results of this study revealed that in the intervention group, the FSFI total score and all of its dimensions were significantly improved compared to the control group. Conclusion: Aromatherapy using Citrus aurantium can be used as an alternative or complementary method for improvement of sexual function in postmenopausal women. It is recommended that the postmenopausal women suffering from sexual dysfunction be informed on the aromatherapy by Citrus aurantium essential oil.

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Effects of Aromatherapy with Citrus Aurantium Lavender on Sexual Function of Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abbaspoor¹,

Sharifipour²,

Siahposh³

et al. 2022

JFRH

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“…According to some researchers, breastfeeding mothers experience increased sexual arousal and libido. However, some studies have reported lower sexual activity in women who breastfeed, which can be attributed to a decline in estrogen levels, leading to reduced vaginal lubrication and possible dyspareunia [ 43 , 44 ]. Further studies with larger sample sizes are required to investigate this association.…”

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Sexual dysfunction among six months postpartum women in north-eastern Malaysia

Muhamad

Ahmad

2023

PLoS ONE

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Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a common problem among postpartum women. However, little is known about this topic in Malaysia. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of sexual dysfunction and its associated factors in postpartum women in Kelantan, Malaysia. In this cross-sectional study, we recruited 452 sexually active women at six months postpartum from four primary care clinics in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia. The participants were asked to fill in questionnaires consisting of sociodemographic information and the Malay Version of the Female Sexual Function Index-6. The data were analyzed using bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses. With a 95% response rate, the prevalence of sexual dysfunction among sexually active, six months postpartum women was 52.4% (n = 225). FSD was significantly associated with the older husband’s age (p = 0.034) and lower frequency of sexual intercourse (p<0.001). Therefore, the prevalence of postpartum sexual dysfunction in women is relatively high in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia. Efforts should be made to raise awareness among healthcare providers about screening for FSD in postpartum women and for their counseling and early treatment.

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“…They are also devoid of the side effects of low estrogen caused by high prolactin hormone from nursing, which cause decreased vaginal lubrication and vaginal epithelial atrophy, making physical arousal difficult and intercourse unpleasant. Dyspareunia is a prevalent sexual dysfunction among breastfeeding mothers ( 5 , 25 ). The additional reason may be the poor relationship of the women with their male partners ( 26 ).…”

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“…In fact there is a positive relationship between sexual and marital satisfaction which develops true relationships and benefits both partners in strengthening the family ( 4 ). However, pregnancy and the time after childbirth have a negative impact on women's and their partner's sexuality ( 5 ). The interest in sexual activity decreases during pregnancy but returns to normal soon after an average of 6 weeks after childbirth ( 6 ).…”

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Return of Sexual Activity Within Six Weeks of Childbirth Among Married Women Attending Postpartum Clinic of a Teaching Hospital in Ethiopia

Dirirsa¹,

Salo²,

Eticha³

et al. 2022

Front. Med.

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Introduction:Postpartum sexual health gets very little attention compared to pregnancy and childbirth, even though most maternal deaths and disabilities occur during this time. Therefore, the study aimed to assess return of sexual activity within 6 weeks of childbirth among married women attending postpartum clinic of a teaching hospital in Ethiopia, 2021.MethodsThe hospital-based cross-sectional study design was implemented from September to October 2021. Eligible postpartum women were sampled by systematic random sampling technique. The data was entered into EPI-info and exported to SPSS version 24 for further analysis. All variables with a p-value < 0.05 in multivariable analyses were taken as associated factors with the return to sexual activity before 6 weeks of childbirth.ResultsA total of 421 postpartum women participated in the study. The prevalence of women who return to sexual activity 6 weeks after childbirth was 31.6%. The study revealed that monogamy (Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) = 4.4, 95% Confidence Interval (CI) (2.1, 9.4)), parity (AOR= 0.11, 95% CI (0.02–0.81)) and (AOR = 0.1, 95% CI (0.015–0.72)), postnatal care (AOR= 1.8, 95% CI (1.01–3)) and infants feeding status (AOR=2.3, 95% CI (1.3–4)) were significantly associated with return of sexual activity before 6 weeks of childbirth.ConclusionThe findings of this study suggested that, nearly one-third of postpartum women engaged to sexual activity within 6 weeks of childbirth. Return of sexual activity within 6 weeks of childbirth associated with monogamy type of marriage, parity, postnatal care, and child feeding status. Strengthening postpartum counseling regarding the appropriate time to resume sexual activity is crucial. Regular postpartum visits following deliveries should also be encouraged by health care providers.

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Sexual Function in Breastfeeding Women in Family Health Centers of Tabriz, Iran, 2012

Cited by 9 publications

References 15 publications

Effects of Aromatherapy with Citrus Aurantium Lavender on Sexual Function of Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Effects of Aromatherapy with Citrus Aurantium Lavender on Sexual Function of Postmenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Sexual dysfunction among six months postpartum women in north-eastern Malaysia

Return of Sexual Activity Within Six Weeks of Childbirth Among Married Women Attending Postpartum Clinic of a Teaching Hospital in Ethiopia

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