Journal of Thyroid Disorders & Therapy
Open Access
ISSN: 2167-7948
+44 1300 500008
ISSN: 2167-7948
+44 1300 500008
Santosh Kumar Mishra
S.N.D.T Women's University, India
Scientific Tracks Abstracts: Thyroid Disorders Ther
Thyroid disorders exert effects on circulating sex hormone levels through peripheral and central pathways that can impair sexual function. Author of this work argues that sexual dysfunction can be caused by both hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid): with men likely to develop erectile dysfunction (ED), and women with painful sexual intercourse experiences. Ficure-1 depicts inter-connections between thyroid disorders & and sexual dysfunction among adolescent men and women. The author of this work argues that the thyroid gland produces hormones that influence every cell, organ, and system of the human body. Findings of research studies and clinical trials indicate that both adolescent men and women may find that their sex desire (or even their ability to take part in sexual activities) is affected by symptoms of hypothyroidism. The common symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue and depression. Thyroid disorder can have a unique impact on sex life. Adolescent men with thyroid disease are likely to experience: (a) ED (the inability to get an erection is a potential side effect of both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism); (b) ejaculation issues (men with hypothyroidism are at an increased risk of delayed ejaculation, where those with an overactive thyroid are likely to be confronted with the risk of premature ejaculation); and (c) decline in sex drive (both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism may have this side effect in men. Women with thyroid disorders, on the other hand, are likely to encounter: (a) loss of sex drive (diminished libido, defined as “sexual drive” or “desire for sexual activity”, is common symptom of an underactive thyroid); (b) hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD, different from low libido: defined as “the absence of sexual fantasies and thoughts”); and (c) painful sex (low levels of thyroid hormone are associated with vaginal dryness, resulting in discomfort during intercourse). This research essay aims to discuss sexual problems associated with thyroid disease; it explains how thyroid disease can lead to erectile dysfunction and other sexual problems among adolescent men & women. Also, the paper offers coping strategies for maintaining intimacy when thyroid conditions lead to sexual dysfunction. In terms of research methodology, secondary data (largely qualitative in nature) have been used in this paper, and nature of data analysis is descriptive, involving “desk-based research”. The author of this work concludes that adolescent men and women should be aware of connections between thyroid disease and sexual dysfunction. At the same time, the sexologists are expected to identify patients whose sexual symptoms may be remedied by treating an underlying thyroid disorder. Keywords: Thyroid Disorders, Sexual Dysfunction, Adolescent, Men and Women, Erectile Dysfunction, Ejaculation, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, & Hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
Santosh Kumar Mishra retired (in the capacity of Technical Assistant) on June 30, 2020 from the Population Education Resource Centre (PERC), Department of Lifelong Learning & Extension [DLLE, previously known as Department of Continuing & Adult Education & Extension Work (DCAEEW)], S.N.D.T. Women's University (SNDTWU), Mumbai, India. He underwent training in demography, with award of Government of India Fellowship, during 1986-1987 from the IIPS (Deemed University), located at Mumbai.