How do I know if I have sexual dysfunction?
According to the National Institutes of Health, sexual dysfunctions are highly prevalent, affecting about 43% of women and 31% of men. Inhibited sexual desire disorder has been reported in approximately 30% of women and 15% of men.
Sexual arousal disorders, including erectile dysfunction in men and female sexual arousal disorder in women, are found in 10% to 20% of men and women. Orgasmic disorder is relatively common in women, affecting about 10% to 15%.
In contrast, premature ejaculation is the most common sexual complaint of men, with a reporting rate of approximately 30%.
Finally, sexual pain disorders have been reported in 10% to 15% of women and less than 5% of men.
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