Sexual Dysfunctions

Question 1

The patient isn’t much interested in sex, thought his performance may be adequate once sexual activity has been initiated. 6+ months

Answer 1

Male hypoactive sexual desire disorder

Question 2

The patient almost always has marked trouble achieving or maintaining an erection adequate to consummate sex. 6+ months

Answer 2

Erectile disorder

Question 3

The patient almost always ejaculates before he wants to, within moments of perpetration. 6+ months

Answer 3

Premature (early) ejaculation

Question 4

Despite a normal period of sexual excitement, a man’s climax is either delayed or does not occur at all. 6+ months

Answer 4

Delayed ejaculation

Question 5

A woman’s low sexual interest or arousal is indicated by minimal interest in sexual activity, erotic thoughts, response to partner overtures, and enjoyment during sex. She will generally not initiate sexual activity and doesn’t “turn on” to erotic literature, movies, and the like. 6+ months

Answer 5

Female sexual interest/arousal disorder

Question 6

Genital pain occurs (only in women) during sexual intercourse, often during insertion. She may experience anxiety, fear, or pelvic muscle tension. 6+ months.

Answer 6

Genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder

Question 7

Despite a normal period of sexual excitement, a woman’s climax either is delayed or does not occur at all. 6+ months

Answer 7

Female orgasmic disorder

Question 8

Many sexual problems can also be caused by intoxication or withdrawal from alcohol or other substances.

Answer 8

Substance/medication-induced sexual dysfunction

Question 9

These are catch-all categories for sexual problems that don’t meet criteria for any of the sexual dysfunctions.

Answer 9

Other specified or unspecified sexual dysfunctions