Decreased libido

What is decreased libido?

Decreased libido, or a low sex drive, is when a person experiences a diminished interest in sexual activity or sexual thoughts. This can negatively impact their quality of life and interpersonal relationships. Some potential causes include:

Causes

• Hormonal changes - Low testosterone in men or low estrogen in women can reduce sex drive


• Medical conditions - Thyroid disorders, diabetes, high blood pressure


• Medications - Antidepressants, blood pressure meds, contraceptives


• Psychological issues - Stress, depression, trauma, body image concerns


• Relationship problems - Poor communication, anger, lack of intimacy

The specialists at Balance Hormone Center know that a satisfying sex life is important for many people. If decreased libido is affecting your life, consider making an appointment with one of our caring providers to discuss treatment options like hormone therapy.

Symptoms

How do you know if you have decreased libido? Some common symptoms include:

• Lacking interest or rarely thinking about sex


• No desire to have sex or masturbate


• Never/rarely initiating sex


• Finding sex boring or stressful


• Inability to become aroused or orgasm

Treatments

There are various treatment options that may help improve libido:

• Hormone replacement therapy - Restoring testosterone/estrogen levels


• Medications - Bremelanotide or flibanserin for low female libido


• Psychotherapy - Addressing mental health or relationship issues


• Lifestyle changes - Reducing stress, improving sleep and diet

The caring doctors at Balance Hormone Center offer cutting-edge hormone treatments to help patients struggling with decreased libido. "We understand how frustrating low sex drive can be and provide customized treatment plans to meet each patient's needs," says Dr. Smith. Schedule a free consultation today to learn more!