SEXUAL PROBLEMS OF WOMEN WITH RHEUMATOID-ARTHRITIS

  • 1 January 1981
    • journal article
    • research article
    • Vol. 62  (3) , 122-123
Abstract
A questionnaire concerning sexual problems was given to 112 female rheumatoid arthritic (RA) patients. Replies were collected from 91 (81%). Recently married patients were concerned about pregnancy. The sexual desire of most patients diminished and intercourse became less frequent and less satisfying. Affected hip and knee joints made it difficult to assume sexual intercourse positions. Patients who had an unsatisfying sexual relationship reported a decreased demand for intercourse by their spouses and diminished frequency of their own orgasms. To lead a fulfilling married life, patients with RA should be counseled to adopt a positive attitude toward sexual relationship with their husbands.

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