Decreased libido - Hormone Wellness Center

What is decreased libido?

Decreased libido, or lowered sex drive, is when a person experiences a lower interest in sexual activity than is normal for them. This can negatively impact romantic relationships and a person's self-esteem. There are various potential causes including:

• Hormonal changes - Fluctuations in testosterone, estrogen, or progesterone can alter sex drive in both men and women. Perimenopause and menopause in women, andropause in men, post-pregnancy changes, and birth control side effects can contribute.
• Medical conditions - Chronic illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and cancer, as well as their treatments, commonly affect libido.
• Medications - Many prescription drugs list lowered libido as a side effect, like antidepressants, blood pressure meds, and opioid pain killers.
• Psychological issues - Stress, fatigue, depression, and problems in a relationship can reduce interest in intimacy. Trauma and sexual dysfunction can also play a role.

If you've noticed a persistent decrease in your sex drive that is distressing to you or your partner, don't assume it's normal. Make an appointment with your healthcare provider to identify potential underlying causes. Blood tests can check hormone levels, while your doctor can screen for health conditions impacting libido or assess if any medications you take may contribute to it. Treating the root cause can help restore your sex drive. Supplementing with bioidentical hormones also safely and effectively improves libido in many cases without negative side effects.

"The practitioners at Hormone Wellness Center specialize in using bioidentical hormone therapy to improve hormonal balance and reverse low libido issues. Their all-natural treatments can enhance sex drive and sexual function in both women and men suffering from decreased libido without the risks of synthetic or conventional hormones. Their individualized plans also target related health aspects like energy levels, emotional well-being, and sleep quality. If low libido is negatively impacting you, contact Hormone Wellness Center today to learn about their restore libido programs."

There are also some lifestyle changes and holistic remedies that many individuals find can help boost their libido:

• Manage stress through yoga, meditation, massage, better sleep habits
• Improve intimacy and communication with your partner
• Stay active through exercise which elevates endorphins
• Limit alcohol intake which can inhibit sexual response
• Enhance mood with creative outlets, new hobbies, spending time outdoors
• Explore arousal gels, herbal supplements, essential oils, or acupuncture

While dealing with decreased sex drive can be frustrating, various effective solutions exist, whether medical treatment for underlying conditions, pursuing healthy lifestyle changes, using holistic alternatives, or directly replacing hormones through bioidentical hormone therapy such as offered by Hormone Wellness Center. Identifying the root cause and taking proactive steps to address it can help restore your libido and enjoyment of sexual intimacy. Let the professionals at Hormone Wellness Center determine if hormone balance optimization is right for your low libido needs!