Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic Review
Abstract Introduction Chronic urticaria (CU) is frequently a debilitating skin condition characterized by recurrent and spontaneous wheal and flares with significant impact on quality of life. This systematic review examines the impact of CU on sexual health. Methods A systematic review using PubMed...
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| author | Sarah E. Park Elaine Ma Caitlyn Dagenet Maria A. Aleshin Heather M. Holahan Vivian Y. Shi Jennifer L. Hsiao |
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| description | Abstract Introduction Chronic urticaria (CU) is frequently a debilitating skin condition characterized by recurrent and spontaneous wheal and flares with significant impact on quality of life. This systematic review examines the impact of CU on sexual health. Methods A systematic review using PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane library databases was conducted for articles on sexual health in chronic urticaria. Results The database search produced 741 articles, of which 14 articles met inclusion criteria. Study design, patient demographics, disease characteristics, measures used to assess sexuality or sexual function, and study results were independently extracted for each article by two researchers. Any discrepancies were resolved to consensus by a third reviewer. Sexual dysfunction was common in patients with CU and its severity is associated with increased disease activity and poor disease control. Conclusion Sexual dysfunction is common in patients with CU, and it negatively affects their quality of life (QoL), body image, sleep quality, and mental health. Incorporating sexual health assessments into CU trials will allow for valuable insights into efficacy of study medications on this important QoL domain. Increased awareness of sexual impairment in CU is needed to provide comprehensive care. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-91f138bc4bdb4dc7ad76bfff828619de2025-02-02T12:09:43ZengAdis, Springer HealthcareDermatology and Therapy2193-82102190-91722024-12-01151314410.1007/s13555-024-01319-5Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic ReviewSarah E. Park0Elaine Ma1Caitlyn Dagenet2Maria A. Aleshin3Heather M. Holahan4Vivian Y. Shi5Jennifer L. Hsiao6David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California Los AngelesKeck School of Medicine of USC, University of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of Arizona College of MedicineDepartment of Dermatology, Stanford University School of MedicineDivision of Dermatology, University of California Los AngelesDepartment of Dermatology, University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesDepartment of Dermatology, University of Southern CaliforniaAbstract Introduction Chronic urticaria (CU) is frequently a debilitating skin condition characterized by recurrent and spontaneous wheal and flares with significant impact on quality of life. This systematic review examines the impact of CU on sexual health. Methods A systematic review using PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane library databases was conducted for articles on sexual health in chronic urticaria. Results The database search produced 741 articles, of which 14 articles met inclusion criteria. Study design, patient demographics, disease characteristics, measures used to assess sexuality or sexual function, and study results were independently extracted for each article by two researchers. Any discrepancies were resolved to consensus by a third reviewer. Sexual dysfunction was common in patients with CU and its severity is associated with increased disease activity and poor disease control. Conclusion Sexual dysfunction is common in patients with CU, and it negatively affects their quality of life (QoL), body image, sleep quality, and mental health. Incorporating sexual health assessments into CU trials will allow for valuable insights into efficacy of study medications on this important QoL domain. Increased awareness of sexual impairment in CU is needed to provide comprehensive care.https://doi.org/10.1007/s13555-024-01319-5Chronic urticariaChronic spontaneous urticariaSexual dysfunctionSexual healthSexual impairmentSystematic review |
| spellingShingle | Sarah E. Park Elaine Ma Caitlyn Dagenet Maria A. Aleshin Heather M. Holahan Vivian Y. Shi Jennifer L. Hsiao Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic Review Dermatology and Therapy Chronic urticaria Chronic spontaneous urticaria Sexual dysfunction Sexual health Sexual impairment Systematic review |
| title | Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic Review |
| title_full | Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic Review |
| title_fullStr | Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic Review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic Review |
| title_short | Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Urticaria: A Systematic Review |
| title_sort | sexual dysfunction in chronic urticaria a systematic review |
| topic | Chronic urticaria Chronic spontaneous urticaria Sexual dysfunction Sexual health Sexual impairment Systematic review |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1007/s13555-024-01319-5 |
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