Loss of Libido FAQ

While every woman responds differently to a loss of libido during menopause, virtually all women who experience this common symptom have questions about what causes loss of libido and how it can be managed. By gaining a better understanding of loss of libido, a woman has a chance at even greater intimacy with her partner(s) during the golden years of life.

Please read on to learn the answers to the most frequently asked questions about the loss of libido during menopause.

Loss of Libido	Q: What is loss of libido? A: Loss of libido, medically known as hypoactive sexual desire disorder, is a reduced or complete loss of sexual desire and interest. Loss of libido is different from problems with arousal and climax, though they sometimes go hand in hand. Q: Is loss of libido normal in menopause? A: Experiencing a loss of libido is normal and common for women around the age of menopause. In fact, an estimated 30 to 40% of all menopausal women experience some decrease in sexual desire and interest during menopause. Fortunately, this loss of libido does not have to be permanent. Read on to learn more about the cause of loss of libido and what a woman can do to revivify her sexuality.
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A: While many factors contribute to a woman's interest in sex, the primary cause of loss of libido in menopause is hormonal change. As a woman enters menopause, her body begins to produce less estrogen, progesterone, and androgens, all of which play a role in maintaining a healthy sex drive. When these hormones become imbalanced, a woman may find that she is less interested in sex than she once was.

While hormonal fluctuations are the main cause of loss of libido during menopause, several other physical, emotional, and relational factors can contribute to loss of libido. Continue reading to learn more about these causes.

A: In addition to hormonal changes, several factors can cause or contribute to loss of libido.

Physical Causes • Sexual dysfunction • Pain-related   conditions • Medication use • Hysterectomy • Diabetes • Heart disease • Anemia • Chronic disease • Vaginal dryness

Psychological Causes • Stress • Fatigue • Changes in self esteem   and body image • Concerns about aging • Feelings about sex • Psychological disease   (e.g. mood swings,   depression, and anxiety)

Relational Causes • Changes in partner's   physical health • Intimate relationship   changes • Availability of partner • Lack of communication   between partners • Changing social role • Family changes • Low sex drive in partner • Major life changes

Luckily, for women who are concerned about loss of libido, many steps can be taken to revive sexual interest and desire. Read on to learn about how a woman can gain back her libido during menopause.

A: For women concerned about the loss of libido in menopause, it comes as good news that something can be done to regain a more satisfying level of sexual interest and desire. In fact, many strategies can be used to gain back libido during menopause.

A: Fortunately, libido can be improved by making lifestyle changes. While these changes are helpful, they are unable to treat the root problem of hormonal imbalance that occurs with menopause. Natural remedies are safe, non-invasive, and effective options for the treatment of loss of libido.

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