Сексуальна дисфункція у структурі клінічних проявів неврологічних захворювань

Sexual disorders in neurological diseases occur in a significant number of patients. However, domestic scientific research on this topic in recent decades is practically absent. This work provides an overview of the frequency of occurrence and features of clinical manifestations of sexual dysfunction (SD) in various neurological diseases according to a review of foreign scientific publications. The review covers neurological conditions such as traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, epilepsy, Huntington’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. Based on the analysis of scientific works, the authors analyzed the clinical features of SD in patients with various neurological diseases, determined the risk factors and mechanisms of the development of SD and the impact of this problem on the quality of life of patients. The authors draw attention to the need for an open discussion of aspects of sexual activity between medical professionals and patients to improve the quality of life of the latter. The limitation of therapeutic possibilities in the treatment of DM is also noted, as well as the need to raise the awareness of doctors about the problem. The article also suggests directions for further research in this area.