Assessment of sexual functions in male patients with obstructive sleep apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by repetitive cessation of breathing during sleep. It affects different aspects of sexuality. We aimed to assess male sexual function & risk factors in obstructive sleep apnea patients. This case control study included 2 groups, 45 healthy volunteers as control group and 45 patients with confirmed diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea. All the participants were subjected to measurement of Body Mass Index, Full night polysomnography (only for patients group) and serum total testosterone, FSH and LH. The International Index of Erectile Function-5 and Hamilton Depression Scale questionnaires were filed out for all participants. The mean scores for all sexual domains were significantly lower among the patients group compared to the control group (p