Monica Levy Andersen , Gilles Lavigne , Cibele Dal Fabbro , Sergio Tufik
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Abstract
The World Health Organization recognizes sexual health as not merely the absence of disease, but a state of physical, mental, and social well-being in relation to one's sexuality. Achieving sexual satisfaction is pivotal for many individuals, as it significantly contributes to their quality of life. Among various sexual disorders, erectile dysfunction (ED) is notably prevalent, affecting an estimated 10–20 million men in the United States alone. This condition impacts not just the person experiencing it but also significantly influences their intimate connections with partners. Although the causes of ED are multifactorial, recent research highlights a compelling association between sleep disorders, such as sleep deprivation, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and insomnia, and the incidence of ED. Furthermore, engaging in night work has been observed to exacerbate the risk of developing ED. One common sleep disorder, sleep related bruxism (SRB), despite its prevalence, has not generally been associated with ED. However, there is some interesting evidence hinting at a potential relationship, including a few studies reporting a high prevalence of ED in individuals with SRB. This review delves into the epidemiological, etiological, and mechanistic links between ED and SRB, aiming to uncover potential intersections between these two conditions. These insights could pave the way for innovative research avenues, possibly exploring treatments like vasodilation medication, that might concurrently address both ED and SRB.
世界卫生组织认为,性健康不仅仅是指没有疾病,而是指一个人在性方面的身体、精神和社会福祉状态。获得性满足对许多人来说至关重要,因为这大大有助于提高他们的生活质量。在各种性障碍中,勃起功能障碍(ED)尤为普遍,估计仅在美国就有 1,000 万至 2,000 万男性受到影响。这种疾病不仅会影响患者本人,还会严重影响他们与伴侣的亲密关系。虽然导致勃起功能障碍的原因是多方面的,但最近的研究突出表明,睡眠不足、阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停(OSA)和失眠等睡眠障碍与勃起功能障碍的发生率之间存在着令人信服的联系。此外,据观察,从事夜间工作会增加罹患 ED 的风险。与睡眠有关的磨牙症(SRB)是一种常见的睡眠障碍,尽管它很普遍,但一般与 ED 无关。不过,有一些有趣的证据暗示了两者之间的潜在关系,其中包括一些研究报告称,SRB 患者的 ED 患病率很高。本综述深入探讨了 ED 和 SRB 之间的流行病学、病因学和机理联系,旨在发现这两种疾病之间的潜在交叉点。这些见解可为创新性研究途径铺平道路,可能会探索同时解决 ED 和 SRB 的治疗方法,如血管扩张药物。
期刊介绍:
Sleep Medicine Reviews offers global coverage of sleep disorders, exploring their origins, diagnosis, treatment, and implications for related conditions at both individual and public health levels.
Articles comprehensively review clinical information from peer-reviewed journals across various disciplines in sleep medicine, encompassing pulmonology, psychiatry, psychology, physiology, otolaryngology, pediatrics, geriatrics, cardiology, dentistry, nursing, neurology, and general medicine.
The journal features narrative reviews, systematic reviews, and editorials addressing areas of controversy, debate, and future research within the field.