Contraceptive confidence has positive sexual effects for women.
The effect of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) on women's sexual satisfaction has not been well characterized. In a prospective observational study, investigators surveyed 159 women (mean age, 27; predominantly white, unmarried, and employed) who initiated contraception with copper intrauterine devices (IUDs; 20%), levonorgestrel IUDs (46%), or implants (34%) at Planned Parenthood clinics in Utah. Participants completed standardized questionnaires evaluating sexual function and satisfaction; additional questions addressed the perceived effects of LARC on sex life at baseline, 1 month, and 3 months.
The most important factors in choosing a contraceptive method were efficacy in preventing pregnancy and absence of effect on libido. O…
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DisclosuresConsultant/Advisory BoardAicuris; Bayer; GSK; Innovative Molecules; Merck; MAPP Biopharmaceutical (Safety Monitoring Committee)
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Grant/Research SupportNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases; GSK; Moderna; Assembly Biomedical; Aicuris
Editorial BoardsSexually Transmitted Diseases; Sexually Transmitted Infections; Journal of Infectious Diseases
Leadership PositionsID Division Chiefs Community of Practice (At-Large Member)