The Journal of the Association of Physicians of Tamil Nadu Issue 1



Comprehensive Approaches to Sexual Health in Men and Women: A Clinical Perspective for Physicians

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AUTHORS

Dr. Pandiyan Natarajan1, ✲ Dr. Radha Pandiyan2 Dr. C. Siddharth3 Dr. Shah Dupesh Khan3

1 – 

Professor and Head of the Department of Andrology and Reproductive Medicine (Retired), Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Chief Consultant in Andrology and Reproductive Sciences, Apollo 24/7.
Professor Emeritus, The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University.

2 – 

Senior Consultant (Retired), Department of Andrology and Reproductive Medicine, Chettinad Super Speciality Hospital, Kelambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

3 – 

Senior Consultant in Andrology.

 –  pandiyan1@gmail.com

CORRESPONDING AUTHOR

Pandiyan Natarajan

HISTORY

Available Online: March 2025

ABSTRACT

Sexuality is a fundamental and lifelong aspect of human existence, profoundly influencing quality of life, psychological well-being, and interpersonal relationships. This article provides internal medicine specialists with a comprehensive overview of sexual health in both men and women, emphasising its intricate biopsychosocial nature and the multifaceted factors that can lead to dysfunction. We explore the biological, psychological, cultural, and socioeconomic dimensions of sexuality, discussing common dysfunctions such as erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders in men, and desire, arousal, and orgasmic disorders in women. The impact of various medical conditions and pharmacotherapy on sexual function is also examined. The article advocates for a holistic, “amalgamated” therapeutic strategy, integrating medical, psychological, and lifestyle interventions. It highlights the crucial role of physicians in initiating open conversations, conducting thorough evaluations, and delivering empathetic care for sexual health concerns, thereby promoting overall patient well-being.

KEYWORDS

Psychosexual Therapy, Lifestyle Modification, Male Sexual Dysfunction, Female Sexual Dysfunction, Erectile Dysfunction, Libido, Ejaculatory Disorders, Orgasm, Arousal, Biopsychosocial Model, Sexual Health

OPEN ACCESS

This is an open access article distributed under the CC BY 4.0 license.

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COPYRIGHT

© 2025 Association of Physicians of India-Tamilnadu State Chapter. Published by Dr. Vijay Viswanathan.


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