Loss Of Libido In Female Treatment in Pune
Loss Of Libido In Female
Everything You Need to Know About Loss of libido in females
Women’s sexual desires fluctuate naturally over the years. This desire or appetite for sex is known as libido. Highs and lows in their libido commonly coincide with the beginning or end of a relationship or major life changes, such as menopause, pregnancy, or illness. In addition, some medications used for mood disorders can also cause low sex drive or loss of libido in women.
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Symptoms
Symptoms of loss of libido in women include:
- Having no interest in sexual activity
- Never or only seldom have sexual fantasies or thoughts.
Causes
The desire for sex is based on a complex interaction of many factors affecting intimacy, and beliefs, including physical and emotional well-being, experiences, lifestyle, and your current relationship. If you’re experiencing complications in any of these areas, it can affect your desire for sex.
Physical causes
A wide range of physical changes, illnesses, and medications can cause a low sex drive, including:
- Sexual problems
- Medical diseases
- Medications
- Lifestyle habits
- Fatigue
Relationship issues
Loss of interest in sex can be a result of ongoing relationship issues, such as:
- Lack of connection with your partner
- Unresolved conflicts or fights
- Poor communication of sexual needs and preferences
- Trust issues
Hormone changes
Changes in your hormone levels usually alter your libido. This can occur during:
- Menopause
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Psychological causes
Your state of mind always affects your sexual desire. There are multiple causes of loss of libido, including:
- Mental health problems
- Stress such as work stress
- Low self-esteem
- Poor body image
- History of physical or sexual abuse
- Previous negative sexual experiences
Diagnosis
In addition to asking you about medical and sexual history for diagnosing, your doctor may also:
- Perform a pelvic exam.
- Recommend blood tests for thyroid problems, diabetes, high cholesterol, and liver disorders.
Treatment
Most women benefit from an approach aimed at the causes behind this condition. Recommendations may include counselling, sex education, medication, and hormone therapy.
Along with counselling, the doctor may prescribe a medication to boost your libido. Approved options for premenopausal women include:
- Flibanserin (Addyi)
- Bremelanotide (Vyleesi)
Talking to a sexologist or counsellor skilled in addressing concerns can help with loss of libido. Therapy includes education about sexual response and techniques.
Certain hormone medications that relieve GSM symptoms could help make sex more comfortable. And being more comfortable during sex may improve your desire.
Possible hormone therapies include:
- Estrogen
- Testosterone
- Prasterone
- Ospemifene
Don’t underestimate the effect a decreased sexual desire can have on your well-being. If you feel symptoms of loss of libido have impacted your quality of life, talk to your doctor. If you are looking for a loss of libido in female treatment in Pune or other intimacy-related issues, book an appointment with Dr. Ramit Kamate.