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Comparison of Sexual Function between Nulliparous with Multiparous Pregnant Women
Kobra Abouzari Gazafroodi, Fatemeh Najafi, Ehsan Kazemnejad, Fatemeh Rahimikian, Mamak Shariat, Parvin Rahnama,
Volume 18, Issue 5 (2-2013)
Abstract

Background & Aim: Pregnancy can conflict with sexual function that can be affected by physical and psychological changes during pregnancy. The aim of this study was to compare sexual functions between nulliparous and multiparous pregnant women referred to health centers in Eastern district of Guilan.

Methods & Materials: This cross-sectional study was carried out in Guilan during 2009-2010. We used convenient sampling method to select 554 pregnant women. Data were gathered using a questionnaire including demographic characteristics, sexual function and fear of harm to fetus. The SPSS-16 was used to analyze the data by the Mann-Whitney U and Generalized linear models. The level of significance was set at 5%.

Results: There was no significant difference between nulliparous and multiparous pregnant women regarding sexual function in the first and second trimesters of pregnancy (P=0.353, P=0.251). There were significant differences between nulliparous and multiparous pregnant women regarding sexual desire (P=0.002), arousal (P=0.01), orgasm (P=0.01), pain (P=0.02) and sexual function total score (P=0.016). There was significant difference between nulliparous and multiparous pregnant women regarding sexual function (P=0.008).

Conclusion: Sexual counseling and rehabilitation programs should be compiled as part of the comprehensive care of prenatal care especially for multiparous pregnant women.


The effect of sexual counseling on sexual function in women with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Maryam Moradi, Mehrnaz Geranmayeh, Mandana Mirmohammadali, Abbas Mehran,
Volume 22, Issue 2 (7-2016)
Abstract

Background & Aim: Sexual dysfunction is a common complication of diabetes in women. Although sexual function is important, often is neglected as a component of diabetes care. This study aimed to investigate the effect of counseling on sexual function in women with type 2 diabetes.

Methods & Materials: The present study is a clinical trial conducted on 120 married women with type 2 diabetes and sexual dysfunction, referred to diabetes clinic in Gorgan in 2014. Sexual function was assessed using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Samples were randomly divided into intervention and control groups. Sexual counseling sessions were held once a week for three weeks. Sexual function was assessed in two stages (before the intervention as well as two months after the intervention). Data analysis was performed using SPSS software version 20.

Results: There was a significant difference in the mean score of sexual function between the control and experimental groups two months after intervention (P<0.001). The comparison of different domains of sexual function (desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction and pain) before and after intervention showed a significant difference in the experimental group compared to the control group.

Conclusion: Sexual counseling has a favorable effect on sexual function in women with diabetes. Sexual function is recommended to be assessed in women with diabetes during routine health care visit.


Comparison of the effect of counseling based on Leventhal's self-regulation model and the BETTER model on sexual function and satisfaction in women with multiple sclerosis: A randomized controlled trial
Mehrnoosh Elahinia, Zainab Alimoradi, Hosein Mozhdehipanah, Nasim Bahrami,
Volume 31, Issue 2 (7-2025)
Abstract
Background & Aim: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a common autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system that can adversely affect patients’ sexual lives. This study aimed to compare the effects of counseling based on Leventhal’s self-regulation model and the BETTER model on sexual function and satisfaction in women with MS.
Methods & Materials: This randomized controlled trial with three parallel groups was conducted from April to September 2024 at the Neurology Clinic of Bu Ali Hospital in Qazvin, Iran. A convenience sample of 100 women with MS were randomly assigned to the study groups using a balanced block randomization method with a block size of six. Participants in the intervention groups received three weekly counseling sessions. The control group received educational materials on sexual health after study completion. Data were collected at baseline, and at one and three months post-intervention using the demographic questionnaire, the Female Sexual Satisfaction Scale, and the short form of the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Data were analyzed with repeated-measures ANOVA using SPSS version 26.
Results: There were no significant differences in demographic or clinical characteristics between the groups at baseline (P>0.05). The analysis showed significant effects of time and group, as well as a significant time-by-group interaction for sexual satisfaction and function (P<0.05). Both the BETTER-model and Leventhal-based interventions produced significant improvements in mean scores on sexual satisfaction and function compared to the control group (P<0.05). However, no statistically significant difference was found between the BETTER and Leventhal interventions in improving sexual satisfaction and function (P>0.05).
Conclusion: Counseling grounded in either the BETTER model or Leventhal’s self-regulation model appears to be effective for enhancing sexual satisfaction and function in women with MS.
Clinical trial registry: IRCT20221120056555N1

 
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