Rubens Pedrenho Neto1, Bruno C G Nascimento2, Gabriel Carvalho Dos Anjos Silva2, João Arthur Brunhara Alves Barbosa2, José de Bessa Júnior3, Thiago Afonso Teixeira4, Miguel Srougi2, William Carlos Nahas2, Jorge Hallak5, José Cury2. 1. Sexual Medicine Service, Division of Urology, Hospital das Clinicas - University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil. Electronic address: rubens.pedrenho@gmail.com. 2. Sexual Medicine Service, Division of Urology, Hospital das Clinicas - University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil. 3. Sexual Medicine Service, Division of Urology, Hospital das Clinicas - University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Division of Urology, State University of Feira de Santana, Bahia, Brazil. 4. Division of Urology, Hospital das Clinicas - University of Sao Paulo Medical School / Men's Health Study Group, Institute for Advanced Studies - University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Division of Urology, Federal University of Amapa, Amapa, Brazil; Androscience, Science and Innovation Center in Andrology and High-Complex Clinical and Research Andrology Laboratory, Sao Paulo, Brazil. 5. Division of Urology, Hospital das Clinicas - University of Sao Paulo Medical School / Men's Health Study Group, Institute for Advanced Studies - University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Androscience, Science and Innovation Center in Andrology and High-Complex Clinical and Research Andrology Laboratory, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Reproductive Toxicology Unit, Department of Pathology, University of São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: The pandemic caused by the COVID-19 resulted in worldwide social isolation and leading to significant personal distress, particularly among health professionals on the front lines. Those factors' relevance and their impact on sexual function in this population have not yet been established. AIM: To evaluate the impact of the pandemic on sexual function in healthcare professionals and medical students at a reference center in the treatment of COVID-19 in Brazil. METHODS: A cross-sectional analysis with online questionnaires about sexual function was sent to health professionals and medical students from the HC-FMUSP medical complex. The questionnaire evaluated Total Sexual and Masturbatory Frequency prior and during the pandemic, libido and sexual satisfaction changes with a detailed inquire about demographics and personal factors. An objective assessment of sexual function was also made using the validated sexual quotient questionnaires. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Differences in intercourse frequency, libido, and overall sexual satisfaction, in a sample of healthcare professionals particularly vulnerable to the pandemic effects. RESULTS: A total of 1,314 responses were available with a mean age of 37 years. Worsening of sexual satisfaction was reported by 44.5% of the participants, with the following associated factors: Lower libido, missing Nightlife, Higher Masturbatory Frequency, and isolation from the partner. Remaning sexualy actively and having higher sexual frequency appear to decrease the chance of worsening sexual function. Worsening of Libido was reported by 37% and had several associated factors, including missing of Nightlife, older age, isolation from the partner among others. Being male and sexually active was associated with a smaller chance of reporting lower libido. CONCLUSION: We were able to observe a sharp drop in Libido and General Sexual Satisfaction. Although an increase in pornography consumption and masturbatory frequency did occur, these factors were not associated with greater sexual satisfaction. The impact of COVID-19 on this population's sexual health is not to be underestimated and should be further studied in the follow-up of the pandemic. Neto RP, Nascimento BCG, Carvalho dos Anjos Silva G, et al. Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Sexual Function of Health Professionals From an Epicenter in Brazil. Sex Med 2021;XX:XXXXXX.
INTRODUCTION: The pandemic caused by the COVID-19 resulted in worldwide social isolation and leading to significant personal distress, particularly among health professionals on the front lines. Those factors' relevance and their impact on sexual function in this population have not yet been established. AIM: To evaluate the impact of the pandemic on sexual function in healthcare professionals and medical students at a reference center in the treatment of COVID-19 in Brazil. METHODS: A cross-sectional analysis with online questionnaires about sexual function was sent to health professionals and medical students from the HC-FMUSP medical complex. The questionnaire evaluated Total Sexual and Masturbatory Frequency prior and during the pandemic, libido and sexual satisfaction changes with a detailed inquire about demographics and personal factors. An objective assessment of sexual function was also made using the validated sexual quotient questionnaires. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Differences in intercourse frequency, libido, and overall sexual satisfaction, in a sample of healthcare professionals particularly vulnerable to the pandemic effects. RESULTS: A total of 1,314 responses were available with a mean age of 37 years. Worsening of sexual satisfaction was reported by 44.5% of the participants, with the following associated factors: Lower libido, missing Nightlife, Higher Masturbatory Frequency, and isolation from the partner. Remaning sexualy actively and having higher sexual frequency appear to decrease the chance of worsening sexual function. Worsening of Libido was reported by 37% and had several associated factors, including missing of Nightlife, older age, isolation from the partner among others. Being male and sexually active was associated with a smaller chance of reporting lower libido. CONCLUSION: We were able to observe a sharp drop in Libido and General Sexual Satisfaction. Although an increase in pornography consumption and masturbatory frequency did occur, these factors were not associated with greater sexual satisfaction. The impact of COVID-19 on this population's sexual health is not to be underestimated and should be further studied in the follow-up of the pandemic. Neto RP, Nascimento BCG, Carvalho dos Anjos Silva G, et al. Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Sexual Function of Health Professionals From an Epicenter in Brazil. Sex Med 2021;XX:XXXXXX.
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