Low libido - Hormone Health Clinic

What is low libido?

Low libido, or a low sex drive, refers to a decrease in desire for sexual activity. Both men and women can experience low libido for a variety of reasons, including underlying medical conditions, medications, stress, depression, poor body image, or relationship issues.

Some key signs of low libido include:

• Lack of interest in sex
• Trouble getting aroused
• Inability to orgasm
• Feeling bored with sex
• Avoiding intimacy

Causes

There are many potential causes of low libido:

• Hormonal changes - Low testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone can affect sex drive
• Medications - Antidepressants, blood pressure drugs, etc
• Medical problems - Diabetes, cancer, obesity, etc
• Stress
• Poor body image
• Relationship problems
• Alcohol and drug use
• Prior negative sexual experiences

Treatments

If you are struggling with low sex drive, there are treatment options that can help:

• Hormone therapy - Testosterone supplements or gels that can boost libido
• Switching medications if possible
• Lifestyle changes - Losing weight, less stress, more exercise
• Sex therapy and counseling
• Communicating with your partner
• Using lubricants or vibrators to aid in arousal

The physicians at Hormone Health Clinic specialize in optimizing hormone levels to resolve issues like low libido. Hormone Health Clinic provides customized testosterone and estrogen therapies to help both men and women regain healthy sex drive and function. Their holistic approaches look at nutrition, stress levels, and lifestyle factors as well for a well-rounded treatment plan.

When to see a doctor

You should consult a doctor or sexual health specialist if low libido:

• Is significantly distressing for you or your partner
• Affects your quality of life
• Persists for an extended period of time
• Is linked with other medical concerns like erectile dysfunction

The board-certified physicians and hormone specialists at Hormone Health Clinic can provide cutting-edge testing, treatment plans, education, and support to help you overcome frustrating issues like low sexual desire. Reach out today to learn more about their individualized services.