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Sex After Stroke

Unfortunately, stroke takes victims every day. However, many people carry on with their lives after stroke. Despite that several things have changed, and life is not the same as before. Especially for stroke patients in their 30s and 40s, who still have many years of life ahead of them and will naturally feel upset to think of living all those years, dealing with the burdens of post stroke impediments. One concern that many survivors in that age group have, is sex after stroke. Many patients fear that stroke means the end of their sexual life.

There is very little information available about sexuality after a stroke. Initially after a stroke, sex is understandably furthest from the mind of the patient; given the stress and strong emotions he or she is dealing with. However, as the time passes, the recovery progresses, and the patient often begins to have sexual feelings again and may want to resume sexual activity. This is very normal and should be encouraged. Sex is generally not damaging to the health of the stroke patient and it can have positive effects on the patient’s well-being. It can improve the self-esteem and is certainly an important source of pleasure, relaxation and intimacy for the patient and his or her partner. Continue reading

Posted on November 19, 2010