Table 2 The results of the principal component analysis of the SRHP of WT1DM

Concerns about the reproductive system health and functions

Are you worried about not having access to specialized and comprehensive counseling when choosing a safe method of contraception?

0.696

0.489

Are you worried about the impact of diabetes on your ovarian function and health?

0.695

0.463

Are you worried about the worsening of diabetes following pregnancy?

0.691

0.536

Are you worried about the effect of diabetes on sexual function?

0.678

0.519

Are you worried about the potential side effects of contraceptives on diabetes (and diabetes control)?

0.655

0.444

Are you worried about possible changes in the amount and method of insulin intake during pregnancy?

0.651

0.489

Are you worried about an increased risk of genital infections caused by your illness?

0.635

0.432

Are you worried about premature menopause for yourself?

0.634

0.387

Are you worried about your ability to get pregnant?

0.628

0.398

Are you worried about receiving pre-pregnancy counseling and specialized services?

0.627

0.455

Given the effects of uncontrolled diabetes on the pregnant woman and fetus, are you worried about an unwanted pregnancy and its consequences?

0.593

0.348

Are you worried about the effect of diabetes on your menstrual status?

0.578

0.348

Are you worried about the transmission of diabetes to the fetus or the health of the fetus?

0.578

0.407

Are you worried about your husband’s sexual dissatisfaction?

0.480

0.367

Sexual health and function

Do you feel there is excitement in your sexual relations with your husband?

0.759

0.634

Over the last 4 weeks, how often have you experienced sexual arousal during sexual activities?

0.758

0.548

Over the last 4 weeks, how often have you reached orgasm during sexual activities?

0.758

0.558

Over the last 4 weeks, how often have you achieved vaginal lubrication during sexual activities?

0.754

0.567

Over the last 4 weeks, how often have you wanted to engage in sexual activities?

0.725

0.539

Do you feel that there are common interests and preferences in your sexual relations with your husband?

0.692

0.550

Do you ask your husband to pleasure you during sex?

0.619

0.380

How satisfied have you been with your sexual relations with your husband over the past 4 weeks?

0.671

0.508

Is intimacy an important part of sex for you and your husband?

0.528

0.331

Violence related to T1DM

Have you ever been verbally abused by someone other than your husband (parents or acquaintances) because of your illness?

0.783

0.605

Have you ever been beaten by someone other than your husband (parents or acquaintances) only because of your illness (and for no other reason)?

0.680

0.453

Have you ever been verbally abused by your husband because of your illness?

0.580

0.361

Have you ever been beaten by your husband only because of your illness (and for no other reason)?

0.550

0.307