ISSN: 2165-8048
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Boonma N
Thailand
Research Article
Hypogonadism and Erectile Dysfunction in Thai Men with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Author(s): Kasitonon N, Phrintrakul N, Pattamapaspong M, Phimphilai M, Wangkaew S, Boonma N, Puntana S and Louthrenoo WKasitonon N, Phrintrakul N, Pattamapaspong M, Phimphilai M, Wangkaew S, Boonma N, Puntana S and Louthrenoo W
Abstract Objectives: To determine the prevalence of hypogonadism and erectile dysfunction (ED), along with associated factors in male SLE patients Methods: A cross-sectional study of men with SLE conducted between January and December 2013. The demographic data, clinical parameters, sex chromosomes, testicular volume, and sex hormones (FSH, LH, and testosterone) were evaluated. We used Androgen Deficiency in the Aging Male (ADAM) screening questionnaires to determine androgen deficiency symptoms and the 5-item International Index for Erectile Function (IIEF-5) questionnaire to assess ED severity.
Results: The study included 26 male SLE patients with a mean ± SD age of 37.5 ± 15.4 and disease duration of 4.2 ± 4.5 years. The modified-SLE disease activity index (mSLEDAI) and SLE collaborating clinic (SLICC) damage score were 3.4 ± 5.5 and 0.7 &plusm.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2165-8048.1000200