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. 2020 Apr;20(2):122-131.
doi: 10.1136/practneurol-2019-002321. Epub 2019 Nov 21.

A practical approach to assessing and managing sexual dysfunction in multiple sclerosis

Vivien Li  1   2 , Collette Haslam  3 , Mahreen Pakzad  3 , Wallace J Brownlee  2 , Jalesh N Panicker  3
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A practical approach to assessing and managing sexual dysfunction in multiple sclerosis

Vivien Li et al. Pract Neurol. 2020 Apr.

Abstract

Sexual dysfunction is common in both men and women with multiple sclerosis but is often under-reported and undertreated. Neurologists report that a major barrier to discussing sexual dysfunction with patients is their lack of knowledge. Here we review the common presentations of sexual dysfunction, discuss its causes in people with multiple sclerosis, and provide a practical approach for neurologists to assess and manage these problems.

Keywords: erectile dysfunction; multiple sclerosis; sexual dysfunction; treatment.

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Competing interests: None declared.

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