Individuals living with
chronic pain may avoid sexual experiences due to pain or
fatigue. Chronic
pain medications can inhibit
libido and reduce
sexual function. Persistent discomfort can also create an emotional barrier to intimacy. However, sexual activity can actually help provide some relief of chronic pain through the release of
endorphins.
Fast Facts:
- Communication is key to addressing issues involving sex and chronic pain.
- Keeping an "intimacy pain diary" and sharing it with your doctor can help in identifying problems of intimacy and chronic pain.
- Alternatives to intercourse or less physically demanding sex positions can help individuals with chronic pain enjoy a fulfilling sex life.
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11-18-2008, 12:18 AM
Sex and Chronic Pain
