Sexuality is an important contributor to quality of life in many patients with chronic illness that needs attention. Similarly, sexual education should not be neglected in children with mito. Sexuality is part of who we are and how we relate to others, but more specifically, encompasses how we share intimacy and love with another person, often a lifelong soulmate. Knowledge of sexuality, a healthy self-esteem, and adaptations made in sexual relationships all play an important role in a healthy sex life.
Maintaining healthy sexuality, despite the demands of mito, will take some work and good communication, but is a goal well worth the effort. A positive body image is an important part of self-esteem and having a healthy self-esteem is vital to establishing intimacy with others.
For both men and women, realize that having an orgasm is not essential to sharing a warm loving relationship with a partner.
Talking about healthy sexuality with your partner and your medical team will aid in find that path to a health sexuality. Gain knowledge from our guest speakers on topics important to the mitochondrial disease community.
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