Abstract
Objectives: Most people living with HIV stay sexually active, but some remain inactive. This study investigated prevalence and correlates of sexual inactivity among European HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM). Methods: An anonymous sexual health questionnaire was distributed in 17 HIV outpatient clinics throughout Europe. Ninety-seven (11.6%) of 838 respondents reported absence of sexual activity. Results: Multivariable regression analysis identified older age, relationship status, and less satisfaction with general health and sexual desire as being associated with sexual inactivity. Conclusions: Prevalence of sexual inactivity has declined since the introduction of antiretroviral therapy to levels similar to those of HIV-negative MSM, suggesting a tendency toward normalization of HIV-positive MSM's sex lives.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 83-92 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | International Journal of Sexual Health |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 23 Apr 2015 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2015 |
Keywords
- HIV/AIDS
- sexual health promotion
- sexual satisfaction
- Europe
- sexual inactivity