Sexual health in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and the association between physical fitness and sexual function: a cross-sectional study

Dörner, Thomas; Berner, Carolin; Haider, Sandra; Grabovac, Igor; Lamprecht, Thomas; Fenzl, Karl Heinrich; Erlacher, L

doi:10.1007/s00296-018-4023-3

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“…Despite the implications for QoL, discussions of sexual health between patients with hemophilia and physicians do not appear to be standard 8,9. This problem has also been identified in other patient populations experiencing chronic illness, such as cancer,10 cystic fibrosis,11 lower back pain,12 type 2 diabetes,13 and rheumatoid arthritis 14. In these patients, sexual satisfaction is significantly correlated with QoL but is not routinely evaluated during QoL surveys or at routine doctor visits 15.…”

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<p>Hemophilia and sexual health: results from the HERO and B-HERO-S studies</p>

Blamey

Buranahirun

Buzzi³

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Background Sexual health plays a primary role in quality of life (QoL) for many people, including those with hemophilia; however, there is little information available about sexual relationships and satisfaction in patients with hemophilia. Methods To address this issue, the Hemophilia Experiences, Results and Opportunities (HERO) and the Bridging Hemophilia B Experiences, Results and Opportunities into Solutions (B-HERO-S) studies included questions from the Male Sexual Health Questionnaire (MSHQ). Results Although these data were not statistically analyzed for comparisons between the 3 populations (HERO, HERO US only, and B-HERO-S), in general, participants in the HERO survey appeared to be more satisfied with their sexual relationship than participants in the B-HERO-S survey. In addition, many patients, especially those outside the United States, reported that they had not discussed sexual health with their doctor or other members of the hemophilia treatment center team. While the topic of sexual health has been infrequently explored in men with hemophilia, this is the first time it has been investigated in women with hemophilia. Conclusion The results of these studies demonstrate that the impact of hemophilia extends to intimacy and suggest the need for large-scale studies in additional countries to explore further the factors associated with sexual health issues in people with hemophilia.

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<p>Hemophilia and sexual health: results from the HERO and B-HERO-S studies</p>

Blamey

Buranahirun

Buzzi³

et al. 2019

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“…Sexual dysfunction is a highly prevalent problem in patients with RA [52–54]. It is estimated that more than half of RA patients will experience some degree of sexual dysfunction over the course of their lifetimes [52].…”

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“…Causes are thought to be multifactorial including age, disease duration, sequelae of disease and psychosocial morbidities such as depression, low self-esteem, and decreased body image [53–56]. Limitations with the hips and knees can make it difficult for women with RA to engage in sexual activities and can have a detrimental effect in their quality of life and relationships [54, 56, 57]. After controlling for disease activity and pain intensity, physical performance has been directly related to sexual activity and satisfaction [54].…”

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“…Limitations with the hips and knees can make it difficult for women with RA to engage in sexual activities and can have a detrimental effect in their quality of life and relationships [54, 56, 57]. After controlling for disease activity and pain intensity, physical performance has been directly related to sexual activity and satisfaction [54].…”

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Types of pain and their psychosocial impact in women with rheumatoid arthritis

Chancay

Guendsechadze

Blanco

2019

womens midlife health

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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic inflammatory autoimmune disease predominantly affecting middle-aged women. Very commonly, pain is a manifestation of active disease and because untreated RA can result in joint deformities, the current evaluation of pain has largely focused on inflammation. In addition, treatment has centered on the premise of reducing disease activity with the hopes of halting worsening damage, preventing future deformities, and ultimately providing pain relief for the patient. Yet research shows that all patients with RA, but women in particular, often suffer from increased mechanical pain and fibromyalgia, as well as anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, sexual dysfunction, and disability, which add to the burden of the illness. Determining and addressing alternative pain triggers as well as understanding the psychosocial burden of RA is key in treating patients, especially in those who may not improve with traditional pharmacotherapy.

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“…Sexual problems have been reported more frequently by women either in RA populations [ 21 , 23 , 60 , 74 ] or in the general population [ 75 – 77 ]; meanwhile, the male sex has been associated with desire for sexual intercourse and frequency of sexual contact [ 74 ], which could be considered a surrogate for “importance assigned to SRH.” However, there is a hegemonic masculinity that requires confirmation and legitimization through active male involvement in sexuality [ 78 ]. In addition, men with RA reported a large impact on sexuality compared to women [ 21 ].…”

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Views of Mexican outpatients with rheumatoid arthritis on sexual and reproductive health: A cross-sectional study

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Background Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) impacts sexual and reproductive health (SRH), which is a prominent component of a patient´s quality of life and highly influenced by the cultural background. The aim of the study was to explore the interest of Mexican outpatients with RA in SRH and to examine patient view on SRH. Methods This cross-sectional study surveyed 303 consecutive outpatients with RA on their perceptions of SRH importance, SRH satisfaction, access to SRH information, preferences regarding SRH communication with healthcare professionals, and understanding of SRH (qualitative open-ended descriptions). Descriptive statistics and inferential analysis were used. Patient knowledge of each dimension of SRH was rated based on pre-specified criteria. Two assessors assigned ten major themes to each patient´s description of both dimensions of SRH. Results Patients perceived their SRH as an important component of their general health and wished to address the topic, although few had access to such communication. Female patients assigned lesser importance to SRH, showed lesser degree of satisfaction with SRH, and expressed preference for a truthful physician. Age showed a linear association with individual survey responses, except for satisfaction with reproductive health dimension. There was a linear association between increased age and decreased years of formal education with a lower level of SRH knowledge. Ten major themes emerged for each of the two dimensions of the SRH construct, although most individual descriptions were assigned to one or two major themes. Conclusions Further education and assessment of SRH in Mexican patients with RA is warranted.

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Sexual health in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and the association between physical fitness and sexual function: a cross-sectional study

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<p>Hemophilia and sexual health: results from the HERO and B-HERO-S studies</p>

<p>Hemophilia and sexual health: results from the HERO and B-HERO-S studies</p>

Types of pain and their psychosocial impact in women with rheumatoid arthritis

Views of Mexican outpatients with rheumatoid arthritis on sexual and reproductive health: A cross-sectional study

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