Introduction: Obesity is an increasingly common problem, and general practitioners
need to be involved in its management. This study aims to assess the
knowledge, attitudes and practices of general practitioners in Ouagadougou,
Burkina Faso. Methodology: The cross-sectional survey was carried out between
September 16 and October 15, 2024, involving general practitioners registered
with the Medical Council. A structured questionnaire, previously
tested, was sent by email and re-sent to maximize participation. Data analysis
was performed using SPSS software. Results: Of 424 physicians contacted, 121
participated. The vast majority (97.5%) of doctors recognized the influence of
obesity on women’s sexual and reproductive health, with 89.3% identifying
potential disorders. However, only 28.1% actively sought to detect these disorders
in their patients. Surprisingly, 96.6% of doctors referred their patients
to specialists for sexual problems, mainly gynecologists. What’s more, only
30.6% broach the subject of contraception. Reasons for this reluctance include
the taboo nature of the subject and the lack of comfort in discussing it. Conclusion:
The study reveals a good knowledge of the impact of obesity on sexual
health, but there is a reluctance on the part of GPs to broach these subjects in
consultation. Targeted training

Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices, Obesity, Sexual and Reproductive Health