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Erschienen in: Current Urology Reports 2/2021

01.02.2021 | Men’s Health (R Carrion, Section Editor)

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

verfasst von: Raul E. Fernandez-Crespo, Billy H. Cordon-Galiano

Erschienen in: Current Urology Reports | Ausgabe 2/2021

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

The goal of this review article is to evaluate sexual dysfunction among men who have sex with men (MSM).

Recent Findings

Men who have sex with men are commonly affected by sexual dysfunction. Often sexual dysfunction in MSM will significantly impact their psychological well-being perhaps even more than their heterosexual counterparts. Despite the frequency and high impact of sexual dysfunction in MSM, access to appropriate care may be limited.

Summary

It is important for urologists, especially sexual medicine clinicians, to be aware of and comfortable with differences in sexual practices of MSM. Penile pathology in this patient population will negatively affect their quality of life and well-being. Therefore, it is important to properly assess and treat these patients.
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Metadaten
Titel
Sexual Dysfunction Among Men Who Have Sex with Men: a Review Article
verfasst von
Raul E. Fernandez-Crespo
Billy H. Cordon-Galiano
Publikationsdatum
01.02.2021
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Current Urology Reports / Ausgabe 2/2021
Print ISSN: 1527-2737
Elektronische ISSN: 1534-6285
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11934-020-01030-w

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