PENGALAMAN HUBUNGAN SEKSUAL PADA IBU TUBEKTOMI

Abstract

The tubal sterilization is the most commonly used permanent contraception method worldwide. It is estimated that physiological, and hormonal changes caused by that surgical intervention related to reproductive organs may lead to several sexual problems among women. Some women feel many syndrome after tubectomy such as menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, dyspareunia, decreased of libido and depression. The purpose of this study was to explored about women experiences on sexual intercourse after tubectomy. This was a qualitative researchwith phenomenologic design which involved 5 participants selected based on purposive sampling. The data were collected using in-depth interviews. The study revealed there were 4 themes which included reasons of choosing tubectomy, sexual complaint after tubectomy, the feeling after sexual intercourse, and the way to overcome sexual problem. Tubectomy give some impact on sexual life of women that may influence on the harmony of marriage. Therefore, health-care professionals should give counseling and educational sessions regarding sexual interactions, recommend to these women who have sexual problem after tubectomy and find ways to overcome these dysfunctions. Keywords: sexual intercourse, tubectomy