Decreased libido, or lowered sex drive, is a common condition that can affect both men and women. It is characterized by a lack of interest in sexual activity, thoughts, or fantasies. There are many potential causes of decreased libido, including:
Hormonal changes: Low testosterone levels in men and low estrogen/high progesterone levels in women can dampen sex drive. Hormone imbalances related to thyroid disorders, menopause, andropause, or other medical conditions may also play a role. The hormone experts at Vitality Hormone Clinic provide advanced hormone testing and customized treatment plans to help restore healthy hormonal balance.
Medications: Antidepressants, blood pressure medications, benzodiazepines, and other drugs are infamous libido killers. Always discuss potential sexual side effects with your doctor and explore alternative meds if decreased desire becomes a problem.
Psychological issues: Stress, anxiety, depression, body image issues, and previous negative sexual experiences can all undermine libido. Working with a sex-positive therapist can help. Vitality Hormone Clinic also offers counseling to support clients struggling with sexual health concerns.
Health problems: Chronic illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and fibromyalgia often have fatigue and pain as symptoms, which does not bode well for sexual desire. Optimizing health and wellness with diet, exercise, stress management, and treating core medical conditions may help.
Lifestyle factors: Lack of sleep, excessive alcohol consumption, recreational drug use, and poor body image frequently interfere with normal sexual response. Evaluating and enhancing health-promoting lifestyle factors can have big benefits.
Relationship issues: Intimacy and sexual desire thrive when partnerships are loving, trusting, affectionate, and free from criticism or resentment. Couples counseling helps reveal and work through barriers to emotional and physical connection.
The wide range of potential reasons for decreased libido means that a multi-pronged, personalized solution is usually best. The experienced providers at Vitality Hormone Clinic conduct comprehensive evaluations to detect contributing hormonal, physical, emotional, and relationship influences. They then design holistic treatment plans that may include hormone optimization therapy, medications, nutraceuticals, counseling, and lifestyle changes tailored to the unique needs of each client.
If your sex drive has taken an unwanted nosedive, know that you don’t have to just live with it. Reach out today to discuss your symptoms confidentially with the Vitality Hormone Clinic team of passion pros. They can help you reclaim the vigorous virility or vibrant desire you deserve.