Sexual Health Implications of COVID-19 Pandemic
| Autor: | Corina Pennanen-Iire, Abby Girard, Mehri Mehrad, Ana Samico, André Ribeirinho, Noor Ahmed Jatoi, Marina Gressler, Anna Padoa, Mário Prereira-Lourenço |
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| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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Male medicine.medical_specialty Urology Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism Sexual Behavior Health Behavior 030232 urology & nephrology Reviews Human sexuality 03 medical and health sciences 0302 clinical medicine Endocrinology Pandemic Obstetrics and Gynaecology medicine Global health Humans Psychiatry Socioeconomic status Reproductive health 030219 obstetrics & reproductive medicine business.industry Stressor Obstetrics and Gynecology COVID-19 Awareness Telemedicine Psychiatry and Mental health Reproductive Medicine Female Sexual Health Sexual function business Psychology Psychosocial |
| Zdroj: | Sexual Medicine Reviews |
| ISSN: | 2050-0521 |
| Popis: | Introduction A novel coronavirus (COVID-19) reached pandemic levels by March 11th, 2020, with a destructive impact across socioeconomic domains and all facets of global health, but little is known of its impact on sexual health. Objective To review current knowledge on sexual health-related containment measures during pandemics, specifically COVID-19, and focus on 2 main areas: intimacy and relational dynamics and clinical effects on sexual health. Methods We carried out a literature search encompassing sexual health and pandemic issues using Entrez-PubMed and Google Scholar. We reviewed the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on sexual health regarding transmission and safe sex practices, pregnancy, dating and intimacy amid the pandemic, benefits of sex, and impact on sexual dysfunctions. Results Coronavirus transmission occurs via inhalation and touching infected surfaces. Currently, there is no evidence it is sexually transmitted, but there are sexual behaviors that pose a higher risk of infectivity due to asymptomatic carriers. Nonmonogamy plays a key role in transmission hubs. New dating possibilities and intimacy issues are highlighted. Sexual activity has a positive impact on the immune response, psychological health, and cognitive function and could mitigate psychosocial stressors. COVID-19 pandemic affects indirectly the sexual function with implications on overall health. Conclusion Increased awareness of health-care providers on sexual health implications related to the COVID-19 pandemic is needed. Telemedicine has an imperative role in allowing continued support at times of lockdown and preventing worsening of the sexual, mental, and physical health after the pandemic. This is a broad overview addressing sexual issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. As this is an unprecedented global situation, little is known on sexuality related to pandemics. Original research is needed on the topic to increase the understanding of the impact the current pandemic may have on sexual health and function. Pennanen-Iire C, Prereira-Lourenco M, Padoa A, et al. Sexual Health Implications of COVID-19 Pandemic. Sex Med Rev 2021;9:3–14. |
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