2021, Number 1
Lesbian and bisexual women: some thoughts on their sexual and reproductive health
Guerrero BN, Santillano CI
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Language: Spanish
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ABSTRACT
Introduction. There are few social studies in Cuba that shown the realities of lesbian and bisexual on their needs, discomforts and dissatisfactions around issues associated with Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH). This group of women is often stigmatized because of their sexual orientation, as some argue that, because of their status as women, the concerns that sometimes concerned them are dismissed. Objective. Characterize aspects of the Sexual and Reproductive Health of a group of lesbian and bisexual women who are part of the social networks linked to the National Center for Sexual Education. Methodology. A structured survey with 35 closed questions was applied to them, prepared by the researchers for this purpose, containing various topics, including sociodemographic characteristics, living conditions, sexual and reproductive practices, abuse and violence. Results. In general, they recognize their living conditions as good and they do not live in crowded conditions. They live with their children, parents and partners, being responsible mainly for the maintenance, education and health of the first ones, although they take care of the economic and health of their partners and parents. Conclusions. The sexual practices declared as fundamental are the exchange of kisses and cuddles. They generally do not use contraception regularly. Some of them report pain during sexual intercourse. One third considers that in health services they do not always feel comfortable, sometimes they are not listened to, their ideas are not respected or they are not treated with privacy.REFERENCES