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A definition of sexual dysfunction is provided in this solution in about 334 words. It includes the four categories that sexual dysfunction tends to fall within, common symptoms of sexual dysfunction in men and women and causes of this dysfunction.

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When a person has ongoing difficulties he/she may have a sexual dysfunction a frequently occurring impairment during any stage of the sexual response cycle that prevents satisfaction from sexual activity. These disorders generally fall into four categories:

Sexual desire disorders: The lack of sexual desire or interest in sex.

Sexual arousal disorders: The inability to become physically aroused during sex.

Orgasm disorders: The delay or absence of orgasm.

Sexual pain disorders: Pain during intercourse. (More common in women)

Sexual dysfunction is common among the ...

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