Seven reasons for your low sex drive
Everyone has their ups and downs when it comes to sexual desire. Maybe you feel sick, maybe you’ve just had a baby … there are multiple reasons why you may say “not tonight.” A low sex drive, or low libido in women, is something different. It means that you don’t have any desire for sexual activity for a prolonged period of time. It’s also a problem if it’s distressing to you or affecting your relationship. The caring physicians at Athens ObGyn understand sexual problems. They are here to listen and help you.
Four medical issues that cause low libido in women
Sometimes you can’t get your engine going due to medical issues.
- Your mental health. Depression and anxiety can cause a lack of desire. You can talk to a therapist, get medication, or try lifestyle changes such as meditation to help with your symptoms.
- Your medications. Talk to our ObGyns about the medications you take. Certain anti-depressants, blood pressure medications and birth control pills can cause low sex drive.
- Your energy level. Are you bone tired? Having sleep problems? Our physicians can find out whether your fatigue is due to a medical problem, medication or another treatable factor.
- Hormonal issues. Hormone problems are a major cause of low libido in women. As you age, you produce less estrogen, a hormone that keeps your vaginal tissues moist and elastic. When there is less of it, you may experience vaginal dryness and issues that make sex difficult. Maybe you have low testosterone (yes, women have testosterone). Our ObGyns diagnose and treat hormonal issues.
Three personal problems that may be causing your low sex drive
Sometimes low sex drive is about problems you may have but not even realize are affecting you.
- Your relationship. Look at your relationship. Maybe you don’t have a low libido. Maybe your lack of interest in sex stems from problems with your partner.
- Your past history. If you have suffered from abuse or sexual trauma in the past, you may have a hard time dealing with sex. Talk to our doctors or a therapist to help cope with these issues.
- Your body image. Do you avoid sex because you don’t like the way you look? Do you compare your body to social media, TV and movie images? Liking and accepting yourself make you more likely to have a healthy sex life.
The team at Athens ObGyn knows how to diagnose and treat low libido in women. Don’t hesitate to ask for advice about low sex drive and sexual dysfunction. Contact us for an appointment.
