A new long-term reversible contraception method: sexual and metabolic impact
Visconti, F.; Zullo, F.; Marra, M.L.; De Masellis, G.; Caiazza, M.; Cibarelli, F.; Buonomo, B.; Guida, M.
Translational Medicine @ Unisa 4: 86-89
2012
ISSN/ISBN: 2239-9747 PMID: 23905067 Document Number: 574476
Data relating to the influence of hormonal contraception on sexual life are conflicting and mostly they refer to oral contraceptives. In this study we evaluated the effect of a long-acting contraceptive on sexual function, metabolism and bleeding pattern variations. 23 women with a permanent partner and an active sexual life completed a specific questionnaire at the start of the study and after cycles 3 and 6 of contraceptive use; a blood sample was performed or metabolic evaluation and a "bleeding calendar" was compiled by the patients. There is an increase of quality and frequency of sexual function after 6 month of contraception; there aren't significant change in metabolic parameters and is detectable a modification of bleeding patterns.