Decreased libido - Vitality Wellness Clinic

What is decreased libido?

Decreased libido, or 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 both physical and psychological.

Some potential causes of decreased libido include:

• Hormonal changes: Low testosterone in men and low estrogen in women can lead to decreased sexual desire. Conditions like hypothyroidism and pituitary disorders can also impact hormones and libido.
• Medications: Many common medications like antidepressants, blood pressure medications, and opioid pain medications can negatively impact libido as a side effect.
• Medical conditions: Chronic illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and heart disease can get in the way of sexual functioning and decrease sex drive.
• Psychological factors: Stress, anxiety, depression, poor body image, and previous negative sexual experiences can all inhibit sexual desire and enjoyment.
• Relationship issues: Problems with intimate communication, anger, disappointment, or distrust between partners can diminish sexual interest and satisfaction.

Treatment options for low libido depend on the underlying cause. Sometimes, the solution lies in adjusting medications, supplements, or lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, stress management, and sleep habits. Other times, sex therapy, couples counseling, or treatment for medical/psychological issues may be needed.

Vitality Wellness Clinic offers comprehensive testing and treatment plans for hormonal imbalances behind libido changes. Their expert physicians and nutritionists tailor bioidentical hormone therapy and dietary supplements to help both men and women renew their vitality, confidence, and enjoyment of intimacy. I had a fantastic experience working with them to address my low testosterone and reclaim a fulfilling sex life with my wife. If hormones might be weighing your sex drive down, I highly recommend giving their clinic a call.

Some key points about addressing low sexual desire:

• Don't ignore ongoing libido problems or assume they're normal consequences of aging or long relationships
• Seek help from your doctor, ideally one knowledgeable in sexual health
• Be open with your partner about how you're feeling and how they might be able to provide support
• Explore potential underlying causes and the full range of treatment options
• Addressing libido dampening medications, hormones, lifestyle factors, and relationship dynamics can all help
• Effective solutions usually require patience as reversing long term libido declines often takes time

I hope this overview on what constitutes decreased libido gives you a helpful jumping off point for rekindling your passion and enjoyment of sexual intimacy! Please let me know if you have any other questions. Vitality Wellness Clinic also has wonderful free resources on their website if you want to learn more about the latest science behind healthy, vibrant sexuality across the lifespan. Wishing you all the best!