ArticleDiabetology & metabolic syndrome2020
Risk factors for sexual dysfunction in Romanian women with type 1 diabetes mellitus and chronic autoimmune thyroiditis: a comparative cross-sectional study.
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- Female sexual dysfunction in type 1 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Endocrine · 2026Pooled it
- Psychometric properties of the Romanian version of the female sexual function index (FSFI-RO).BMC women's health · 2023Article
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backgroundFemale sexual dysfunction (FSD) is one of the chronic complications of diabetes as is male sexual dysfunction, but the former is less studied. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess of the prevalence and risk factors associated with FSD in Romanian women with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and chronic autoimmune thyroiditis (CAT).
methodsThe study sample included 104 Romanian women with both T1DM and CAT, and 101 Romanian matched controls with only T1DM. The presence of FSD was established using two validated tests: The Female Sexual Function Index and the Female Sexual Distress Scale-revised. The presence of depression was assessed using Beck's Depression Inventory-II.
resultsWe found that almost half of the women in the group with T1DM and CAT presented with sexual dysfunction (49 vs. 33.7% in the control group; p = 0.025): 27.9 vs. 8.9 (p < 0.001)-desire, 23.1 vs. 7.9% (p = 0.003)-orgasm, 21.2 vs. 5.9% (p = 0.002)-lubrication, 17.3 vs. 6.9% (p = 0.023)-arousal, 9.6 vs. 1% (p = 0.006)-pain, and 20.2 vs. 9.9% (p = 0.040)-satisfaction problems. Multivariate regression analysis revealed that age was a significant risk factor for FSD, along with DM and body mass index. Coexisting CAT, polyneuropathy, depression, and the use of insulin pumps were significant risk factors for FSD.
conclusionsWomen with T1DM and CAT are more likely to present with FSD than those without. It is important for patients to address depression, if present, and exercise caution while using insulin pumps. Moreover, DM complications such as polyneuropathy are significant risk factors for FSD; thus, it is crucial to ensure satisfactory glycemic control and optimal DM management.
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