Sexual dysfunction in psoriasis: a systematic review
Author(s) -
MolinaLeyva A.,
JiménezMoleón J.J.,
NaranjoSintes R.,
RuizCarrascosa J.C.
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
journal of the european academy of dermatology and venereology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.655
H-Index - 107
eISSN - 1468-3083
pISSN - 0926-9959
DOI - 10.1111/jdv.12845
Subject(s) - psoriasis , medicine , sexual dysfunction , suicidal ideation , anxiety , psoriatic arthritis , erectile dysfunction , depression (economics) , disease , sexual function , quality of life (healthcare) , population , clinical psychology , dermatology , female sexual dysfunction , psychiatry , poison control , injury prevention , nursing , environmental health , macroeconomics , economics
Abstract Background Psoriasis has been associated with numerous psychological disorders such as low self‐esteem, depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction or suicidal ideation. Recently, there has been a progressive increase in studies examining the impact of psoriasis on sexual function. This alteration seems to be considerable and can cause significant changes in quality of life. Objective The aim of this study was to elaborate recommendations for psoriasis and sexual function supported by a systematic review, to facilitate the application of new scientific findings into clinical practice and to serve as a basis for conducting future research. Methods We performed a systematic review of the available studies on psoriasis and sexual dysfunction. Results Scientific evidence shows that psoriasis patients have a higher risk of sexual dysfunction as compared to the general population. The risk of erectile dysfunction is also higher in psoriasis patients. The risk factors associated with sexual dysfunction in psoriasis patients are disease severity, female gender, psoriatic arthritis and age.