Living with endometriosis: The perspective of male partners

Fernandez I, Isabel Fernandez, Isabel Fernández, Corinne Reid, Dziurawiec S, Suzanne Dziurawiec
Journal of Psychosomatic Research · 2006 · vol. 61(4) , pp. 433–438 · doi:10.1016/j.jpsychores.2006.06.003 · PMID:17011349 · W2096809560
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This paper explores the experiences and perspectives of male partners living with women diagnosed with endometriosis.

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ObjectiveThe purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the experiences of partners of women with endometriosis.MethodsSixteen male partners completed questionnaires pertaining to the impact of endometriosis. Three male partners participated in additional semistructured interviews.ResultsThematic analysis of combined questionnaire and interview data revealed several common emotional themes relating to living with endometriosis. These strong emotions included low mood, anxiety, and powerlessness and contributed to a grief-like process much like that experienced by their female partners, with some also reporting acceptance and relationship growth. The clinical significance of these findings for systemically effective management of endometriosis will be discussed.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Sexual Partners Adult Aged Anxiety Disorders Anxiety Disorders Chronic Disease Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Grief Humans Infertility, Female Infertility, Female Infertility, Female Male Middle Aged Mood Disorders Mood Disorders Social Isolation

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