Low sexual desire in postpartum women: associations with psychosocial factors and sexual function

Introduction

Sexual dysfunction is highly prevalent during the postpartum period but remains underdiagnosed and insufficiently addressed in clinical practice. Reduced sexual desire is one of the most frequently reported sexual complaints during the postpartum period and is commonly associated with impaired female sexual function. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of low sexual desire (LSD) and identify associated factors in postpartum women receiving care in a public healthcare setting.