Comparison of male and female perspective in couples involved in sexual relationships and facing endometriosis

Author:

Helfenstein Fabienne1,Kohl Schwartz Alexandra S12,Imesch Patrick3,Rauchfuss Martina4,Wölfler Monika M56,Haeberlin Felix7,von Orelli Stefanie8,Leeners Brigitte1

Affiliation:

1. Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, University Hospital Zurich , 8910 Zurich, Switzerland

2. Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Canton Hospital Lucerne , 6000 Lucerne, Switzerland

3. Department of Gynecology, University Hospital Zurich , 8910 Zurich, Switzerland

4. Department of Psychosomatics, Charité Berlin , 10117 Berlin, Germany

5. Division of Gynecology , Endocrinology, and Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, , 8036 Graz, Austria

6. University Hospital Graz , Endocrinology, and Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, , 8036 Graz, Austria

7. Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Canton Hospital St Gallen , 9000 St Gallen, Switzerland

8. Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Triemli Hospital Zurich , 8063 Zurich, Switzerland

Abstract

Abstract Background While the sexuality of patients with endometriosis is an established topic in research, the possible effect of endometriosis on partnership sexuality has come to the fore only recently. To improve counseling, more information is needed on how both partners experience sexuality in the context of endometriosis. Aim Previous research regarding endometriosis and sexuality normally focused on one partner to explore couples’ intimate relations, whereas this study provides a comparison on both partners’ perspectives on their common sexuality. Methods An overall 302 couples received a questionnaire based on the Brief Index of Sexual Functioning and Sexual History Form, which was modified by endometriosis specialists to better focus on endometriosis-specific aspects. To detect different perspectives on common sexuality within the couple, the Wilcoxon test and the Pearson chi-square test were performed. Outcomes Various aspects of couple sexuality were assessed by both partners to investigate divergent perspectives between the man and the woman within a couple. Results On one hand, male and female partners seem to have divergent perspectives on sexual satisfaction in general, desired frequency of sexual contacts, and the question of the female partner engaging in sexual activity despite discomfort. On the other, they have similar perspectives on who takes initiative in sexual contacts, satisfaction with variety in the sexual relationship, and the impact of sexual limitations on their satisfaction within the partnership. Clinical implications Endometriosis research addressing issues related to sexuality should include male partners; the same applies to consulting women with endometriosis in the context of their relationships rather than as individuals. Strengths and Limitations This is the first analysis conducted on a larger scale of data from both partners in couples dealing with endometriosis. As it provides quantitative information only, some qualitative information remains unexplored. Conclusion As both partners showed tendencies to overestimate their partners’ sexual satisfaction and had different perspectives on sensitive topics in sexuality, such as the female partner engaging in sexual activity despite discomfort, addressing sexual communication could be a starting point in counseling couples dealing with endometriosis.

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Subject

Behavioral Neuroscience,Urology,Dermatology,Reproductive Medicine,Endocrinology,Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism,Psychiatry and Mental health

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