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Showing 1 to 20 of 26 for “"Sexual Function"”.
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A Biopsychosocial Approach to Persistent Postpartum Pain and Postpartum Sexual Function
… persistent postpartum pain (PPP) and postpartum sexual function. Traditionally, these issues have been investigated using a biomedical approach. With a biomedical approach, PPP is attributed to tissue damage during childbirth, and sexual problems emerge due to an overemphasis placed on the …
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The cost of longevity: loss of sexual function in natural clones of Populus tremuloides
… level of the organs, they are characterized by functional modules, such as, internodes, leaves, branches. At the level of the genetic individual (clone or genet), they possess independent evolutionary and physiological units (ramets). These evolutionary units arise through the widespread …
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Vyresnių, nei 60 metų asmenų, lytinio gyvenimo poveikis gyvenimo kokybei /
… that there is not much focus on older people's sexuality in improving their quality of life, this study aims to determine the impact of older people's sexual function on their overall quality of life, and the results could shed light on the importance of sexuality in promoting quality of life in …
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Sex and the Transurethral Prostatectomy
… of the men. Considering all the changes in the sexual function together, 68 percent alleged one or more changes. Sexual function was the same for sixteen (32 percent) of the men, except that eleven of this group had retrograde ejaculations.</p> <p>Significant conclusions are that erections, …
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The impact of nocturnal CPAP-treatment on sexuality and closeness in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
… breathing. I wondered how the patients managed sexuality and closeness when suffering from OSA and in particular how the Continuous Positive Airways Pressure (CPAP) treatment affected their sexuality and closeness. A review of the literature showed there was little published information …
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The reproductive health effects of along term DDT exposure on malaria vector control workers in Northern Province, South Africa
… in abnormalities in hormone levels, semen, sexual function and fertility. A cross-sectional study of 60 workers from 3 camps situated near Malaria Control Center (MMC) in Tzaneen was performed.
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Sexual functioning, quality of life, and condom use self-efficacy among male cancer patients receiving chemotherapy
… led to a rise in the literature surrounding the sexual functioning of males during and after chemotherapy treatment. Since the toxic byproducts of chemotherapy can be excreted in semen, informational brochures developed by cancer institutions recommend using a condom. The use of condoms among the …
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A Study on the Relations between sexuality and quality of life in diabetic women
… of this study was to investigate the level sexuality of diabetic women, and analized relations between sexuality and quality of life in diabetic women, provide basic data contributed in nursing intervention. A convenience sample consisted of 70 subjects with diabetes who attended outpatient …
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The long-term effects of testosterone replacement therapy in aging males with late-onset hypogonadism
… the normal limits as well as three symptoms of sexual dysfunction. Recommended therapy for young males with hypogonadism is testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Treatment of LOH with TRT has increased significantly in the past several years, but studies showing adverse risks associated with …
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Collagen implants to promote regeneration of the adult rat spinal cord
… location of injury, loss of bowel and bladder function, loss of sexual function, and impaired respiration. Despite considerable ongoing research in the area of nerve regeneration by various institutions, satisfactory treatment for spinal cord injury has not yet been discovered. Previous studies …
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'No hard feelings': Resolving and Redefining Threatened Masculinity
… dominant displays of masculinity through heterosexuality: Older men (85+) may abandon ideals of masculinity tied to sexual dominance as they once did in middle age. This dissertation weaves together men's three distinct pursuits of dominant manhood: approval of violence against women (AVAW), …
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The Tripartite Impact of Pornography Consumption in the Local Church: Brain, Body, and Balance of Life
… the body, especially in the area of healthy sexual function. Chapter 4 culminates the impact caused on the brain and the body by looking at how addiction takes control over a normal balanced life. Chapter 5 offers a Christian perspective on how pornography can be overcome, and the individual …
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Expectancy in Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery and Recovery: Factor Structure and Validity
… Factors are conceptualized as: 1) Bladder/Bowel Function; 2) Sexual Function; and 3) Physical Function. Bladder/Bowel Function correlated with optimism and self-efficacy (r = .17, p = .03 and r = .27, p = .00, respectively). Physical Function was predictive of recovery at 42 days (standardized …
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Knowledge and attitudes of sexuality in the elderly among educators of health care professionals
… elderly adults have fears and concerns regarding sexuality, including the impact of chronic disease on sexual function. Typically, society has negative attitudes toward elderly sexual expression with misconceptions, negative stereotyping and myths compounding ageist perceptions that the elderly …
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Preservazione della funzione genito-urinaria post-operatoria nei pazienti sottoposti a TME con tecnica robotica per neoplasie rettali
… IIEF (International Index of Erectile Function), per quella femminile i questionari dell¿ FSFI (Female Sexual Function Index) Risultati: nel nostro studio non abbiamo riscontrato alcuna differenza, per entrambi I sessi, in termini di funzionalità urinaria e di QoL a un anno …
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A Cognitive-Motivational Approach to Understanding Gendered Sexual Response: the Role of Attentional Mechanisms
Sexual arousal involves changes in physiology, emotions, and cognitions, and is positively associated with sexual outcomes (e.g., sexual activity, sexual desire) and well-being (e.g., physical and mental health, overall quality of life). As such, factors that influence sexual arousal are expected …
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A study of sexual relationships and sexual funcation in people with rheumatoid arthritis and partners of people with RA
… all aspects of peoples' lives, including their sexual relationship. Healthcare professionals appear reluctant to address this area of patient care. The lack of evidenced based research to identilS' key issues and barriers may be a contributing factor to this reluctance. This project aimed to …
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The psychological implications of surviving testicular cancer : impact on body image, sexuality and masculinity
… number of young male survivors. Impact on sexual function of survivors is well documented in the literature, yet little is mentioned about the impact on the sexuality and masculinity of the young man following treatment. The objective of the research therefore was to explore the impact on …
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