Relationship satisfaction in adults with phenylketonuria is positively associated with following recommended treatment, having a partner involved in management, and maintaining good health.

ABSTRACT:

Rationale

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a metabolic condition that requires treatment for life. There is increasing evidence that chronic illnesses put strain on relationships and marriages. However, no studies have examined the unique factors that metabolic conditions have on affected individuals and their relationship satisfaction. We surveyed a population of adult patients with PKU and assessed how management, treatment, and lifestyle factors impact their relationship satisfaction.

Purpose

The purpose of our study was to explore whether factors such as involvement of partner in PKU management, impact of challenges unique to PKU (e.g., diet, family planning, mood disturbances), and PKU treatment types were associated with the degree of relationship satisfaction.

Method

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SUBMITTER: Sundstrom R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10725410 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature