ReviewSexual medicine reviews2021
Sexual Health Implications of COVID-19 Pandemic.
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45 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 124 citations in OpenAlex.
- Women's sexual function before and during COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review and meta-analysis.The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research · 2022Pooled it
- Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on sexual functioning and activity: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC public health · 2022Pooled it
- Exploring the adult sexual wellbeing and behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic. A systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2022Pooled it
- The impact of COVID-19 on sexual behavior, male sexual function, and reproductive health: an interdisciplinary narrative review from a urological perspective.International urology and nephrology · 2026Review
- Perception of orgasmic intensity changes between clitorally and vaginally activated orgasm: a psychometric analysis using the Orgasmometer scale.International journal of impotence research · 2025Article
- Reported changes in romantic and sexual behavior among college and graduate students during COVID-19.Journal of American college health : J of ACH · 2025Article
- The Multifaceted Impact of the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic on Sexual Health, Function, and Behaviors: Implications for Public Health: A Scoping Review.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Sexual Activity and Mental Health in Higher Education Students in Antwerp, Belgium During the COVID-19 Pandemic.Archives of sexual behavior · 2025Article
- Cardiovascular Disease and All-Cause Mortality Among Individuals with Low Sexual Frequency.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- The Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Sexual Lives of Polish Young Adults.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Prevalence of new onset erectile dysfunction among Damietta governorate men after contracting COVID-19.Irish journal of medical science · 2024Article
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- An online questionnaire survey on the sexual function of Chinese male adults in the COVID-19 pandemic with loosened controls.Preventive medicine reports · 2023Article
- (Un)forgotten Sex Lives During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Coping Strategies That Work and the Role of Experience.Archives of sexual behavior · 2023Article
- An Implementation Pilot of Web-Based Self-Training Programs on Sexual Dysfunctions in the Dutch Public Sexual Health Setting: Mixed Methods Study.JMIR formative research · 2023Article
- HIV-Related Knowledge and Sexual Behaviors among Teenagers: Implications for Public Health Interventions.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Clinical Sexologists' Perceptions of the Potentials, Downfalls, and Best Practices for Digitally Delivered Therapy: A Lesson from Lockdown Due to COVID-19 in Portugal.Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Evaluation of sexual function and sexual quality of life in women during the COVID-19 Pandemic: the Turkish case.African health sciences · 2023Article
- Factors associated with anxiety and depression in patients with erectile dysfunction: a cross-sectional study.BMC psychology · 2023Article
- The Impact of Loosening COVID-19 Restrictions and Live-in Partner Status on Sexual and Mental Health in a Canadian Sample.International journal of sexual health : official journal of the World Association for Sexual Health · 2023Article
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9 authors at 8 institutions in 6 countries.
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Abstract
introductionA novel coronavirus (COVID-19) reached pandemic levels by March 11th, 2020, with a destructive impact across socioeconomic domains and all facets of global health, but little is known of its impact on sexual health.
objectiveTo review current knowledge on sexual health-related containment measures during pandemics, specifically COVID-19, and focus on 2 main areas: intimacy and relational dynamics and clinical effects on sexual health.
methodsWe carried out a literature search encompassing sexual health and pandemic issues using Entrez-PubMed and Google Scholar. We reviewed the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on sexual health regarding transmission and safe sex practices, pregnancy, dating and intimacy amid the pandemic, benefits of sex, and impact on sexual dysfunctions.
resultsCoronavirus transmission occurs via inhalation and touching infected surfaces. Currently, there is no evidence it is sexually transmitted, but there are sexual behaviors that pose a higher risk of infectivity due to asymptomatic carriers. Nonmonogamy plays a key role in transmission hubs. New dating possibilities and intimacy issues are highlighted. Sexual activity has a positive impact on the immune response, psychological health, and cognitive function and could mitigate psychosocial stressors. COVID-19 pandemic affects indirectly the sexual function with implications on overall health.
conclusionIncreased awareness of health-care providers on sexual health implications related to the COVID-19 pandemic is needed. Telemedicine has an imperative role in allowing continued support at times of lockdown and preventing worsening of the sexual, mental, and physical health after the pandemic. This is a broad overview addressing sexual issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. As this is an unprecedented global situation, little is known on sexuality related to pandemics. Original research is needed on the topic to increase the understanding of the impact the current pandemic may have on sexual health and function. Pennanen-Iire C, Prereira-Lourenço M, Padoa A, et al. Sexual Health Implications of COVID-19 Pandemic. Sex Med Rev 2021;9:3-14.
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