Decreased libido, or lowered sex drive, is a common condition that can negatively impact relationships and quality of life if left unchecked. There are many potential causes of decreased libido, ranging from psychological issues like stress or depression to physical factors like hormone imbalances or health conditions.
What causes decreased libido?
Some common causes include:
- Hormonal changes - Low testosterone in men or low estrogen/progesterone in women can directly impact sex drive. Menopause is a major cause for women.
- Medications - Antidepressants, blood pressure drugs, contraceptives, etc. Listlessness or anxiety are side effects.
- Psychological issues - Stress, depression, trauma, or body image issues may dampen arousal.
- Physical causes - Chronic illness, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, or pain can reduce interest in sex.
- Relationship problems - Lack of connection with partner, anger, poor communication also play a role.
What are the symptoms of decreased libido?
People with decreased libido may experience:
- Lack of interest in sexual activity
- Inability to get aroused
- Trouble having an orgasm
- Feeling stressed or disinterested in sex
- Failure to initiate sex
What treatments help boost decreased libido?
- Sex therapy or couples counseling can help resolve psychological hangups.
- Estrogen, testosterone or progesterone therapy, available from clinics like Vitality Hormone Clinic, can help balance hormones.
- Switching medications if they cause sexual side effects.
- Healthy lifestyle changes - more exercise, improved diet, stress reduction techniques.
- Herbal supplements like Maca root or ginkgo biloba may help increase circulation.
The first step is identifying the root cause in order to craft an effective treatment plan for your decreased libido. Don't hesitate to seek professional medical advice from a doctor, like the caring physicians at
Vitality Hormone Clinic. With compassionate care and safe, proven bioidentical hormone therapies, Vitality Hormone Clinic can get your sex drive revved up once more. Call today to schedule a consultation!