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Having the Sexual Dysfunction Discussion
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Table of Contents CME Information................................................................................................ i Section 1: The Evolution of the Classification of Female Sexual Dysfunction............................................................................................ 1 Section 2: The Neurobiology of Female Sexual Dysfunction............. 9 Section 3: Facilitating Patient-Physician Communication................... 25 Section 4: Sexual Questionnaires, Rating Scales, and Patient-Reported Outcomes.......................................................................... 35 Section 5: Treatments for Female Sexual Dysfunction......................... 49 Summary............................................................................................................... 57 References............................................................................................................. 59 Appendix............................................................................................................... 61 CME Posttest and Activity Evaluation......................................................... 65
Having the Sexual Dysfunction Discussion
CME Information Overview The aim of this booklet is to explain the underlying pathophysiology of hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), to increase physician awareness, to facilitate patient-physician and physician-patient communication, and to present the treatment options available. Section 1 explains the female sexual response cycle and how sexual desire disorder has been classified in the various Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders volumes. Section 2 explains the neurobiology of female sexual dysfunction and the role of the brain in this disorder. Section 3 explains the reasons underlying the patient-physician miscommunication, and Section 4 provides tools to physicians to facilitate discussion and diagnosis of hypoactive sexual desire disorder. Section 5 introduces the general treatments, either approved or in clinical trials, for hypoactive sexual desire disorder. Target Audience This CME activity has been developed for primary care physicians, gynecologists, nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists. Statement of Need The following unmet needs regarding female sexual dysfunction were revealed following a literature review and through new medical knowledge: • Increasing clinici