In a recent University of Chicago study, 63% of American OB/GYNs surveyed asked patients about sexual activity. But the numbers for other key topics dropped from there. For example, 40% asked about sexual dysfunction. And a quarter expressed disapproval or disagreement about a patient's sexual activities.

Click here to learn more about this study, the roles demographics played in the physicians' responses, and the authors' suggestions for improved OB/GYN-patient communication.

A study of American undergraduate men found that those who took erectile dysfunction drugs recreationally tended to lose confidence in their erectile abilities later.  

This could lead to further difficulties down the road. The men may feel they can't get a suitable erection on their own.  Or, they may develop unrealistic expectations of what a suitable erection is like.  Read more.

We've added a number of new questions about female sexual health and erectile dysfunction drugs to our Q & A section.  

Female Sexual Health

How many women have sexual problems?

What is sexual arousal disorder?

What is anorgasmia?

What is dyspareunia?

What is vaginismus?

Erectile Dysfunction Drugs

What kinds of pills are used to treat erectile dysfunction?

What are some side effects of erectile dysfunction drugs?

How do pills for erectile dysfunction work?

Is it safe to use herbal supplements and over-the-counter products to treat erectile dysfunction?

Who shouldn't take erectile dysfunction drugs?

What questions do your patients ask?  Feel free to submit them at QandA@issm.info.