{"product_id":"2940154585771","title":"Female Sexual Dysfunction, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eFemale sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a subjective dissatisfaction, resulting in significant distress, with the level or nature of sexual activity.\u003cbr\u003eThe Diagnosis and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders fifth edition (DSM-5) categorizes FSD into three medically significant types:\u003cbr\u003eFor each diagnosis the disorder is experienced at least 75% of the time for at least six months (except for medication-induced FSD), resulting in significant distress.\u003cbr\u003eFSD can be lifelong or acquired, and generalized or situational.\u003cbr\u003eExclusion criteria include nonsexual mental disorder, severe relationship distress (e.g., partner violence) and other significant stressors.\u003cbr\u003eThe three types, some or all of which may be present, are:\u003cbr\u003e1. Sexual interest\/arousal disorder\u003cbr\u003eThis is defined as reduced or absent sexual interest, responsiveness, erotic thoughts and sexual pleasure.\u003cbr\u003e2. Female orgasmic disorder (absence, infrequency, reduction, delay of orgasm):\u003cbr\u003eLifelong anorgasmia may suggest unfamiliarity or discomfort with self-stimulation or sexual communication with her partner.\u003cbr\u003e3. Genito-pelvic pain\/penetration disorder (problem in vaginal penetration, marked vulvovaginal or pelvic pain during penetration, fear or anxiety about pain in anticipation of, during, or after penetration, and tightening or tensing of pelvic floor muscles during attempted penetration):\u003cbr\u003eMany women have problems with sexual function at some point.\u003cbr\u003eFemale sexual dysfunction can happen at any stage of life.\u003cbr\u003eIt can be life-long or be acquired later in life.\u003cbr\u003eIt can happen only in certain sexual situations or in all sexual situations.\u003cbr\u003eThe sexual response cycle has four phases:\u003cbr\u003e1. Excitement,\u003cbr\u003e2. Plateau,\u003cbr\u003e3. Orgasm, and\u003cbr\u003e4. Resolution.\u003cbr\u003eA sexual dysfunction indicates a problem during any phase of the sexual response cycle that prevents the patient or couple from feeling satisfaction from the sexual activity.\u003cbr\u003eCauses:\u003cbr\u003eSexual dysfunction can be a result of a physical or psychological problem.\u003cbr\u003ePhysical:\u003cbr\u003e1. Diabetes,\u003cbr\u003e2. Heart disease,\u003cbr\u003e3. Neurological diseases,\u003cbr\u003e4. Hormonal imbalances,\u003cbr\u003e5. Menopause\u003cbr\u003e6. Kidney disease or\u003cbr\u003e7. Liver failure, and\u003cbr\u003e8. Alcoholism or drug abuse\u003cbr\u003ePsychological:\u003cbr\u003e1. Work-related stress and anxiety,\u003cbr\u003e2. Concern about sexual performance,\u003cbr\u003e3. Marital or relationship problems,\u003cbr\u003e4. Depression,\u003cbr\u003e5. Feelings of guilt, or\u003cbr\u003e6. The effects of a past sexual trauma\u003cbr\u003eDiagnosis:\u003cbr\u003eAn assessment of the attitudes regarding sex, and other possible contributing factors (such as fear, anxiety, past sexual trauma\/abuse, relationship problems, or alcohol or drug abuse) will help the doctor comprehend the underlying cause of the problem and make proper treatment advices\u003cbr\u003eTreatment:\u003cbr\u003eHow to Make Sex Better:\u003cbr\u003e1.Get plenty of rest and eat well.\u003cbr\u003e2.Limit alcohol, drugs, and smoking.\u003cbr\u003e3.Feel the best.\u003cbr\u003eThis helps with feeling better about sex.\u003cbr\u003e4.Do Kegel exercises.\u003cbr\u003eTighten and relax the pelvic muscles.\u003cbr\u003e5.Focus on other sexual activities, not just intercourse.\u003cbr\u003e6.Use birth control that works for both the patient and the partner.\u003cbr\u003eHow to Make Sex Less Painful:\u003cbr\u003e1.Spend more time on foreplay.\u003cbr\u003eMake sure the patient is aroused before intercourse.\u003cbr\u003e2.Use a vaginal lubricant for dryness.\u003cbr\u003e3.Try different positions for intercourse.\u003cbr\u003e4.Empty the bladder before sex.\u003cbr\u003e5.Take a warm bath to relax before sex.\u003cbr\u003eMedical treatment:\u003cbr\u003eEstrogen therapy\u003cbr\u003eAndrogen therapy\u003cbr\u003eFlibanserin may increase sex drive in women who have low sexual desire and who find the experience uncomfortable.\u003cbr\u003e1.Tibolone\u003cbr\u003e2.Phosphodiesterase inhibitors such as Viagra\u003cbr\u003e3.Phentolamine and yohimbine\u003cbr\u003e4.Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1)\u003cbr\u003e5.Vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP)\u003cbr\u003e6.A cardiovascular agent, candoxatril\u003cbr\u003eBehavior Therapy\u003cbr\u003eSex Therapy\u003cbr\u003eHealthy Lifestyle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Female Sexual Dysfunction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 Causes\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Symptoms\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Diagnosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Treatment\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Prognosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Female Orgasmic Disorder\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8 Dyspareunia\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47111721222384,"sku":"2940154585771","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940154585771_p0.jpg?v=1764086388","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940154585771","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}