A European study revealed that 65% of Portuguese women face sexuality-related problems, which equates to six in ten women. Despite the high prevalence of these problems, many women never seek medical help to deal with these issues.
The study involved women from several European countries and identified that there are still many barriers preventing women from seeking professional care. Lack of information and stigma continue to prevent many women from discussing these issues with their doctors.
Topics such as menopause, contraception, and social pressure to become a mother remain marked by a strong taboo in Portuguese society. This absence of open discussion contributes to many women feeling shame or discomfort in seeking help.
The situation highlights the need for more information and greater openness in debating issues related to female sexual health, in order to ensure that women can have access to appropriate medical support.
