Sexual Dysfunction in married Female patients on Antidepressants in Kashmir Valley
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction: Sexual dysfunction commonly occurs during antidepressant treatment. However, the reported rates of sexual dysfunction vary across antidepressants and are typically underreported in Kashmir especially in females. The Objective of the present study was to study the characteristics of sexual dysfunction in married female patients taking antidepressants. Material and Methods: Female patients who were on antidepressants for more than 4weeks with or without benzodiazepines were administered PRsexDQ-SALSEX (Psychotropic Related Sexual Dysfunction Questionnaire) scale along with their Sociodemographic data was noted. Results: Majority of the patients were of the patients were sexually active (65%). Around 61% of the interviewed felt a change in sexual activity after taking antidepressants. Just 12% reported their problem spontaneously. Problems of sexual dysfunction included decreased sexual desire (62%), orgasmic delay (34%), difficult vaginal lubrication (20%). Among 20 patients who were on TCA’s (Tri-cyclic Antidepressants), 75% reported decrease in sexual desire and among 66 patients who were on SSRI’s (Selective Serotonin Reuptake inhibitors), 80.30% had reported orgasmic delay. Conclusion: whereas most of the patients taking antidepressants suffer from sexual dysfunction but majority of people don’t report it because of cultural factors. There is a need for asking about the sexual dysfunction after antidepressants are given so that treatment can be initiated for better quality of life.
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Rehana Amin, Zaid Ahmad Wani, Muhammad Maqbool Dar, Mohd Altaf Paul, Waris Zargar, Seema Batool
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