Types of Sexual Dysfunction in Females : Current Nosological Status and Beyond

Abstract

Female sexual dysfunctions (FSD) are a heterogeneous group of disorders which are highly prevalent
but less well understood and defined. FSD have been less well studied in contrast to the male sexual
dysfunctions. The nosological classification varies with different classification systems. There are
changes in the classification systems pertaining to FSD which may be a positive move but still these are
amenable for further modifications to cater to the large population having the problem. Even the
assessment instruments have been undergoing changes for better understanding of this varied group of
disorders. Thus there is a growing need to come up with more suitable nosological and diagnostic
classification from the currently used systems.