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A nurse-led sexual rehabilitation intervention after radiotherapy for gynecological cancer [PDF]

, 2016
Purpose: Although vaginal dilator use after combined pelvic radiation therapy and brachytherapy (RT/BT) is recommended to prevent vaginal shortening and stenosis, women fail to use them and experience sexual problems.
Bakker, R.M. (Rinske M.), Braat, C. (Cora), Creutzberg, C.L. (Carien), de Groot, H.E., de Kroon, C.D., Hompus, W.C.P. (Willemien C. P.), Kuile, M.M. (Moniek) ter, Laman, M.S., Mens, J.W.M. (Jan), Poelman, J.G.M., Tuijnman-Raasveld, C.C., van Doorn, H.C., Velema, L. (Laura)   +12 more
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Fear of Vaginal Penetration in the Absence of Pain as a Separate Category of Female Sexual Dysfunction: A Conceptual Overview

Rambam Maimonides Medical Journal, 2017
Functional sexual pain disorders in women are a particular challenge to the gynecologist, inasmuch as phobic avoidance and guarding on the part of the patient lead to difficulties in the gynecological examination and diagnosis.
David Rabinowitz, Lior Lowenstein, Ilan Gruenwald   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

What is to blame for postnatal pelvic floor dysfunction in primiparous women — Pre-pregnancy or intrapartum risk factors? [PDF]

, 2017
Background: The aetiology of pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is still poorly understood. However childbearing is recognized as a major risk factor. Objectives: To elucidate the natural history of PFD by investigating the impact of the mode of delivery on ...
Dornan, James C., Durnea, Constantin M., Durnea, Uliana A., Kenny, Louise C., Khashan, Ali S., O'Reilly, Barry A., O'Sullivan, Suzanne M.   +6 more
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The most impactful endometriosis symptom: An international, cross‐sectional, two‐round survey study

Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, Volume 103, Issue 9, Page 1736-1744, September 2024.
There is no single predominant symptom of endometriosis that impacts people living with the condition the most. Of those symptoms nominated as being the “most impactful”, high levels of impact are reported. Abstract Introduction There is considerable variation in the types of symptoms experienced by people living with endometriosis, and it is unclear ...
Alice M. Mitchell, Sarah Lensen, Steven J. Kamper, Helena Frawley, Claudia Cheng, Martin Healey, K. Jane Chalmers   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Guided internet‐based acceptance and commitment therapy for provoked vestibulodynia: A randomized controlled trial

European Journal of Pain, Volume 28, Issue 7, Page 1185-1201, August 2024.
Abstract Background Provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) causes suffering in many women's lives due to its impact on relationships, sexual functioning and functioning in other key domains. Objective Here, we report a randomized controlled trial conducted to examine whether Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with a focus on values‐based exposure ...
Monica Buhrman, Hanna Hällström, Annika Fridén, Emma Kettis Moden, Gunnar Grahn, Maja Carlfjord, Camille Hjo, Nils Gasslander, Nina Bohm‐Starke, Lance M. McCracken   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Central sensitization in urogynecological chronic pelvic pain : a systematic literature review [PDF]

, 2013
Background: Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a complex pain syndrome. Since its pathogenesis is still poorly understood and structural alterations in pain related brain regions may be present, there is a greater acceptance that sensitization of the central ...
Hermans, Linda, Kaya, Serap, Meeus, Mira, Roussel, Nathalie, Willems, Tine   +4 more
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Latihan Kegeldan Nyeri Saat Berhubungan Seksual Pada Perempuan Pasca Terapi Kanker [PDF]

, 2013
Radiotherapy for cervical cancer has side effects which cause the vagina become smaller and drier so that it could reduce the flexibility and lubrication of the vagina.
Puspasari, D. (Dewi), Trisyani, M. (Mira), Widiasih, R. (Restuning)   +2 more
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Experiences of Self‐Sampling and Future Screening Preferences in Non‐Attenders Who Returned an HPV Vaginal Self‐Sample in the YouScreen Study: Findings From a Cross‐Sectional Questionnaire

Health Expectations, Volume 27, Issue 4, August 2024.
ABSTRACT Background We assessed experiences of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaginal self‐sampling and future screening preferences in an ethnically and socio‐economically diverse group of women overdue for cervical screening. Setting and Participants A postal questionnaire was embedded in the YouScreen self‐sampling trial in England: 32.5% (2712/8338) of
Hannah Drysdale, Laura A. V. Marlow, Anita Lim, Jo Waller   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Skin diseases affecting the vulva [PDF]

, 2017
Vulval skin disease is common in gynaecological practice. This article aims to enhance clinical skills in patient assessment, vulval examination and treatment of common benign vulval skin disease.
Nunns, David, Simpson, Rosalind C.
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The Effect of Virtual Reality On Pain and Anxiety Management During Pelvic Examination: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Journal of Midwifery &Women's Health, Volume 69, Issue 4, Page 543-549, July/August 2024.
Introduction It is important for health care professionals to address women's pain and anxiety during pelvic examinations. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of virtual reality (VR) on pain and anxiety management during pelvic examinations. Methods The study was a randomized controlled clinical trial reported in according to the Consolidated ...
Gülay Kurt, Neslihan Keser Ozcan
wiley   +1 more source