Low libido, or a decreased sex drive, is when a person experiences a lower interest in sexual activity than is considered average or typical. There are many potential causes of low sex drive in both men and women.
Some common causes include:
Low libido often causes distress when there is a mismatch in sexual desire between partners. It can negatively impact relationships and quality of life when not addressed.
The good news is that in many cases, the underlying cause of decreased libido can be treated. Lifestyle changes like getting adequate sleep, lowering stress, and exercising may help. Hormone replacement therapy can be effective if hormone deficiency is the culprit. Medication changes or talking to a sex therapist also sometimes helps.
Hormone Solutions specializes in diagnosing and treating hormonal imbalances that can lead to issues like low libido. Their physicians use cutting-edge lab testing to pinpoint hormone deficiencies. If low testosterone, estrogen, or other hormones are found to be low, bioidentical hormone therapy is customized to the patient's needs. Many patients find their sex drive significantly improves with properly balanced hormones.
Some key points about low sex drive:
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