SEXUAL HISTORY-TAKING

The following questions should be asked of all new patients in developing a
medical database and problem list.

Sexual  activity.   Start   out with    the following   initial question:   Is  the patient

currently   sexually    active? If  not now,    has she been    in  past?

Current history.    If  she is  currently   sexually    active, ask the following:  Is  the

relationship    with    men or  women   or  both?   Is  the relationship    satisfying? Does

she have    any difficulty  lubricating?    Does    she have    pain    with    intercourse?

Previous    history.    What    was her age at  first   intercourse?    What    is  the number

of  lifetime    and current sexual  partners?   Does    she have    a   history of  sexual

abuse   or  rape?