Classification and management of sexual dysfunctions in multiple sclerosis patients: A review of current literature

Urologia. 2023 Nov;90(4):605-610. doi: 10.1177/03915603231183751. Epub 2023 Jun 30.

Abstract

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most frequent neurological disease in young adults, with the greatest incidence between age of 30 and 35 years. Sexual dysfunctions (SDs) are frequent, but are often underestimated in patients with MS, and can have a significantly high impact on patient's quality of life. Aim of this review is to summarize sexual dysfunctions in male and female MS patients and to illustrate current and emerging therapeutic options for treatment.

Keywords: Urology; fertility; multiple sclerosis; quality of life; sexual dysfunction.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • Male
  • Multiple Sclerosis* / complications
  • Multiple Sclerosis* / epidemiology
  • Multiple Sclerosis* / therapy
  • Quality of Life
  • Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological* / epidemiology
  • Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological* / etiology
  • Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological* / therapy
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • Young Adult