Low sex drive among women is treatable

By: Editorial Team | | Updated: October 9, 2014 5:08 pm

Low sexual desire among some women is a treatable condition and they should not feel embarrassed about it as it may ruin their personal life and self confidence. According to a study, more than one-quarter of pre-menopausal and one-third of post-menopausal women are very dissatisfied with their current level of sexual desire. Also Read - High blood pressure may lead to sexual dysfunction in women; Know how to deal with it

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Most had not discussed their low sexual desire with doctors because they felt uncomfortable or were not aware that it is a treatable condition. ‘Given the prevalence of low sexual desire in women and the important role that sexual function plays in women’s lives, health care providers should recognise female sexual function as an integral part of health and well-being,’ said Susan G. Kornstein, executive director of the Virginia Commonwealth University Institute for Women’s Health in Richmond. (Read: How your body image affects your sex life) Also Read - Struggling with low libido? 8 reasons that could be killing your sex drive

Low sexual desire is common among both pre- and post-menopausal women. ‘It can cause personal distress, harm relationships, and have a negative impact on body image and self confidence,’ added lead researcher Sheryl A. Kingsberg from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland.

The study appeared in the Journal of Women’s Health.

Here are top reasons for lack of sexual desire in women

Hormonal: In some cases, a woman may be experiencing a hormonal imbalance that is affecting her libido. Though puberty and menopause are significant milestones that are marked by dramatic hormonal changes, women are constantly going through hormonal fluctuations throughout their lives. Testosterone, often associated with male libido, is not only present in women but is essential for female libido and its deficit can translate into lowered or minimal interest in sex.

Medical Conditions: Many diseases and medical conditions can affect libido. Examples of these include hypertension, obesity, cancer, and cardiovascular and neurological conditions. Leading a sedentary lifestyle, with its many adverse effects on health, can also lower libido.

Medications: While side effects vary from person to person, many medications, including some anti-depressants and anti-anxiety, have side effects that affect your libido. Oral contraceptives (birth control pills), which essentially manipulate the hormone levels in your body, can also affect your libido. If you are on any medications and are experiencing low libido, talk to your doctor about your options. Read more about Top reasons for lack of sexual desire in women

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Published : October 9, 2014 4:15 pm | Updated:October 9, 2014 5:08 pm

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