THE INFLUENCE OF REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH DISORDERS ON THE LIFE QUALITY OF MEN

Abstract

The purpose of the publication is to conduct a medical and sociological study of changes in the quality of life components of men diagnosed with reproductive health disorders.
 Materials and Methods. The publication is based on the results of a medical and sociological study conducted among 810 men. The universal and standardized Medical Outcomes Study Short-Form 36 questionnaire was used to study changes in quality of life components. The results obtained reliably reflect the impact of the disease on changes in the components of quality of life.
 Results. Final calculations of the main components of life quality of men have found significant differences in the values of the "Psychological component of health" scales between the main group, which had a value of 12628.0 conventional units, and the control group, which had a value of 17542.0 conventional units. The control group had a higher value, which was 38.9% higher than the main group. Only 4.4% of differences were found in the components of "Physical Health" between the main (9747.4 conventional units) and control (10178.5 conventional units) groups. After calculating the data, it was discovered that there was a difference of 23.9% between the experimental group (22375.4 conventional units) and the control group (27720.5 conventional units).
 Discussion. Based on the abovementioned information, it is reasonable to conclude that men who experience reproductive health disorders frequently face negative impacts on their life quality, particularly on their psychological well-being. It can result in emotional disorders and a decrease in energy levels, leading to fatigue and exhaustion. The scientific evidence suggests few similar studies dedicated to gender-specific changes in the life quality of men with reproductive disorders. The obtained results on changes in the main components of the quality of life under the influence of reproductive health disorders become a valuable informational basis for the development of preventive measures against these disorders.
 Conclusions. According to the results of a medical and sociological study, changes in the components of life quality of men were identified in individuals diagnosed with reproductive health disorders. The study confirmed that the disorders negatively affect physical (4.4%) and psychological (38.9%) components of life quality. The overall calculations confirm the ability of reproductive health disorders to reduce the life quality of men by almost a quarter (23.9%).