Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Can Adversely Impact Domains of Sexual Function Such as Satisfaction with Sex Life.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Aspects of sexual health, which can be adversely affected by chronic disease, have been inadequately explored in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). AIMS:We evaluated patient-reported interest in sexual activity and satisfaction with sex life in a large cohort of IBD patients. METHODS:We conducted a cross-sectional study within the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Partners Internet cohort. Sequential participants completed a 6-question supplemental online survey to examine sexual interest and satisfaction using the Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement Information System® (PROMIS®) Sexual Function and Satisfaction measures. One-sample t tests were used to compare interest and satisfaction scores to general population norms. RESULTS:Among 2569 individuals, 1639 had Crohn's disease (CD

SUBMITTER: Eluri S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5955825 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature