Loss of libido (reduced sex drive)
Loss of libido (sex drive) is a common problem that affects many men and women at some point in their life. It’s often linked to relationship issues, stress or tiredness, but can be a sign of an underlying medical problem, such as reduced hormone levels. Everyone’s sex drive is different – there’s no such thing as a “normal” libido. But if you find your lack of desire for sex distressing or it’s affecting your relationship, it’s a good idea to get help.
COMMON CAUSES OF LOW LIBIDO
1. Relationship problems
One of the first things to consider is whether you’re happy in your relationship. Do you have any doubts or worries that could be behind your loss of sexual desire? loss of sexual attraction unresolved conflict and frequent arguments poor communication difficulty trusting each other physical sexual problems
2. Sexual problems
Another thing to consider is whether the problem is a physical issue that makes sex difficult or unfulfilling. For example, a low sex drive can be the result of: ejaculation problems erectile dysfunction vaginal dryness painful sex inability to orgasm involuntary tightening of the vagina (vaginismus)
3. Depression
Depression is very different from simply feeling unhappy, miserable or fed up for a short while. It’s a serious illness that interferes with all aspects of your life, including your sex life.
In addition to low libido, signs of depression can include:
feelings of extreme sadness that don’t go away feeling low or hopeless losing interest or pleasure in doing things you used to enjoy
4. Medication
Some medications used to treat depression, high blood pressure, and other common illnesses can affect libido or cause sexual dysfunction.
5. Menopause
Women may experience low libido during menopause for a number of reasons. Estrogen levels drop suddenly during these years, causing vaginal tissue to become dry. That, in turn, can lead to discomfort and pain during intercourse and discourage a woman’s sexual desire. Menopause can also lower testosterone, the hormone that boosts libido in women as well as men.
6. Low Self-Esteem
It’s hard to feel sexy when your self-confidence is down or when you have an unhealthy body image. “Someone who feels unattractive is less likely to want to engage in sex, fears of rejection may also come in to play.
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