Lab tests, hormonal assessments, or specialized examinations may be essential for diagnosing and understanding the underlying causes of the sexual disorder. Documenting prescribed medications and their effects is crucial to ensure proper treatment adherence and management of potential side effects. Keeping a record of doctor visits and discussions with healthcare providers facilitates effective communication and collaboration in developing personalized treatment plans.
Sample health journal entries that can be entered into Goopatient*:
Date: July 28, 2023
Practiced relaxation techniques before intimacy to reduce #stress and #anxiety. Discussed emotional and relationship factors affecting sexual health with partner and planned couples therapy.
Practiced relaxation techniques before intimacy to reduce #stress and #anxiety. Discussed emotional and relationship factors affecting sexual health with partner and planned couples therapy.
Experienced difficulty achieving and maintaining an #erection (erectile dysfunction) during sexual activity with partner. Low libido noticed over the past few weeks.
High #stress levels due to work deadlines and relationship conflicts seem to worsen symptoms.
50mg #Sildenafil (Viagra) taken 1 hour before sexual activity as prescribed by urologist. Noticed some improvement in erection, but not fully satisfactory.
Self-assessed #sexual_satisfaction : 6/10.
Had an appointment with urologist #Dr.Brown today. Discussed the effectiveness of current medication and potential treatment adjustments.
