SCENARIOS

S1: Hello, ChatGPT. I’m a 65-year-old guy, and I had hip replacement surgery yesterday because of hip arthritis. Can I ask you some questions about sexual activity after the surgery?

S2: Hi, ChatGPT. I’m a 40-year-old woman. I had one-sided developmental hip dysplasia as a child. This resulted in arthrosis and shortness in my hip, and I had hip replacement surgery yesterday. My doctor warned me not to step on it, but since I’m reluctant to ask him, can I ask you a few questions about my sexual activity after the surgery?

S3: Hi ChatGPT, I’m a 40-year-old woman. I’ve had early arthritis in both hips because of developmental hip dysplasia since I was a kid. My legs were at the same length, but yesterday, I had prosthetic surgery on both hips at the same session because of unbearable pain. Can you answer the questions below? I was too embarrassed to ask my doctor.

S4: Hello ChatGPT. I had total hip replacement surgery yesterday due to a hip fracture I suffered two days ago after a fall at home. I’m a 75-year-old man, and I’d like to have some information about sexual activity after surgery. Can you answer the following questions?

QUESTIONS

Q1. When is it safe to resume sexual activity/coitus following surgery? How can I determine my readiness to resume sexual activity/coitus post-surgery? Should I wait until my pain is fully resolved for sexual activity/coitus? Should I wait for the stitches to be removed?

Q2. Will I experience discomfort during sexual activity/coitus?

Q3. What should I be aware of during sexual activity/coitus?

Q4. What information should I provide to my partner prior to sexual activity/coitus? What should I advise him/her about?

Q5. What are the safest positions for sexual activity/coitus?

Q6. What are the potential consequences of sexual activity/coitus? Which health issues could arise? When should I consult medical professionals?