Genital Self-Image, Sexual Function, and Quality of Life Among Individuals with Vulvar and Non-Vulvar Inflammatory Dermatoses.

ABSTRACT: Vulvar inflammatory dermatoses (VID; e.g., lichen sclerosus, lichen planus, vulvar dermatitis) can significantly impact sexual function. Both vulvar and non-vulvar inflammatory dermatoses (NVID; i.e., skin conditions not impacting vulvar skin, such as non-genital psoriasis and eczema/dermatitis) have yet to be fully characterized with regard to impact on genital self-image. A 20-min web-based survey was distributed September-November 2020 through social media ads, support groups, and online research recruitment services. Individuals in the USA over age 18 who were assigned female at birth and self-reported having been diagnosed with an inflammatory dermatosis were eligible. The primary outcome was the Female Genital Self-Image Scale (FGSIS). Secondary outcomes included the Female Sexual Fu

SUBMITTER: Rivera S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9332093 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature