As this is a very personal problem, you may feel embarrassed to talk about it. It might be useful to make a list of the sort of things you want to explain or have explained before your consultation.
You may or may not want your partner to be present – it is your decision.
You have the right to ask to see a female doctor if that would make it easier for you.
The doctor will be listening to try to pinpoint what might be causing your sexual dysfunction.
You may be asked some or all of the following questions, so try to be honest and add anything which you feel may be helpful.
- Are you taking any medications?
- Are you suffering from depression or stress?
- Have you recently had a baby?
- Do you feel tired all the time?
- Do you have vaginal dryness?
- Do you feel uncomfortable or experience pain during sex?
- Do you have recurrent infections, especially thrush or urine infections?
- Is there a problem in your relationship with your partner?
- Do you feel embarrassed by the sex act?
- Do you have a poor self image?
- Have you suffered sexual or physical abuse?
The first group of questions may link directly to your diabetes; the second group is more general.