2.1 Sexual history
General checklist for sexual history taking:
– reason for seeking help
– purpose of consultation
– general background
– partner relationship
– past sexual contacts
– problems? Specific (per problem)
– nature of the problem
– physical aspects
– psychosocial aspects
– duration
– when did problems become apparent?
– in what situation(s)?
– seriousness
– what is possible and what is not?
– what impact are the problems having?
– effect(s) of the complaint
– adverse impact on sex life in particular
– relationship
– dealing with problems
– how can the patient influence the problems?
– cause and effect
– determinants
– professional assistance