Psychosocial and Sexual Implications of Repaired Cleft Lip in an Adult Male

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Jason GandhiSardar A Khan

Abstract

We describe the case of a 32-year-old man with repaired cleft lip complaining of sexual difficulties, which were determined to be multifactorial in origin. A negative body impression, anatomical difficulty in engaging in sexual acts, the indirect impact of secondary complications of cleft lip, and the negative perception of his dysmorphia from potential sexual partners led to his current state. Cleft lip and palate (CLP) are the most common malformations of the craniofacial region. The malformations of anatomical structures involved in CLP can manifest through several variations of clinical features and phenotypes, typically affecting hearing, social integration, speech, and feeding. From birth to the end of growth, a multidisciplinary approach involving orthodontists, speech therapists, psychologists, and social workers is essential for adequate management, even after surgical repair. This case report illustrates the critical importance of the functionality of normal lips essential for sexual function and psychosocial issues encountered in a patient with repaired cleft lip, as this issue likely has a higher prevalence than the literature actually suggests. Adding a psychiatrist on the panel for pediatric reconstructive surgery...Continue Reading

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