Table 1.

Specific factors that influence sexuality in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected men.

HIV-Related Organic Factors

Effect of HIV-related comorbidities (e.g., hypertension, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia) on cardiovascular function

HIV-Related Psychosexological Issues

Fear of virus transmission

Disclosure of HIV status to the partner

Stigma

Body image changes (i.e., lipodystrophy)

MSM Related Psychosexological Issues

Gay Culture

Self-perceived body image

Body image importance in gay culture

Importance of sexual performance

Anal sex

Casual sex and group sex

Recreational drugs abuse

HIV-Related Sexual Behavioral Issues

Obligatory condom use