Multiple sclerosis in men: management considerations
| Autor: | Neda Razaz, Kerstin Hellwig, Helen Tremlett, Riley Bove, Maria K. Houtchens, Penelope Smyth, Allison McHenry, A D Sadovnick, David Rintell |
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| Rok vydání: | 2016 |
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Male
Sex Characteristics medicine.medical_specialty Multiple Sclerosis Disease Management Societal Dimensions Disease 03 medical and health sciences 0302 clinical medicine Quality of life (healthcare) Mood Neurology medicine Humans Female 030212 general & internal medicine Neurology (clinical) Disease management (health) Sexual function Psychology Psychiatry 030217 neurology & neurosurgery Depression (differential diagnoses) Clinical psychology Sex characteristics |
| Zdroj: | Journal of Neurology. 263:1263-1273 |
| ISSN: | 1432-1459 0340-5354 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s00415-015-8005-z |
| Popis: | Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong disease typically affecting individuals in young to middle adulthood. There are recognized sex differences in MS onset and clinical course. MS affects approximately three times more women than men, thus resulting in less attention to the male experience (i.e. diagnosis, management, societal dimensions). Here, we review current scientific evidence on sex differences in MS risk and course, highlight potential sources of bias, and suggest avenues of further inquiry. We then describe what is known about male experiences with MS diagnosis, treatment, and symptom management (particularly mood and sexual function). Finally, we consider ways in which healthcare providers might engage male patients in the broader aspects of living with MS (e.g. familial and societal relationships) to influence their long-term quality of life (QOL). When possible, we draw from published sources to underscore our collective clinical and scientific experiences. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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