Sex Drive (Libido)
Medical problems, stress, anxiety - they all can lead to problems with sex drive, or libido. Female sexual problems are very different from male sexual problems (including penis disorders). If you are having any type of sexual disorder - including loss of libido - don't be embarrassed about talking with your doctor about it. These problems are very common, and often are very treatable.
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- Q How can I enjoy sex if I don't feel comfortable with my body?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyA negative body image can prevent some people from fully enjoying sex. Watch this video as Dr. Oz gets help from sex therapist Laura Berman and Dr. Jennifer Ashton in answering questions about sex and body image. Full Answer
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- Q What increases my risk for low sex drive?
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Because there are so many causes of low sex drive, there are many things that may affect your risk. Aging is one common cause of low libido, so older adults may be at an increased risk. Certain medical conditions such as cancer, diabetes, arthritis, and... Full Answer
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- Q When does a lack of libido mean a medical problem?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyMen not wanting to have sex is not often talked about in our society. In this video, Dr. Oz and Dr. Streicher discuss how a man's lack of interest in sex could be a serious medical condition. Full Answer
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- Q What causes low sex drive?
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A variety of factors - both physical and psychological - may cause low libido. For some people, low sex drive is caused by physical problems, like other illnesses, certain medications, surgery that affects your genitals, or any problems that make sex... Full Answer
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- Q What causes a woman’s libido to decrease while nursing her baby?
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BreastfeedÂing triggers the release of prolactin. Although this hormone is crucial for nursing -- it stimulates milk production -- it can send your libido south, too. Prolactin may make orgasm more difficult to achieve as well. You might also find... Full Answer
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- Q How does pregnancy affect sex drive?
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Pregnancy causes many changes in a woman's body, which may lower sex drive. Being pregnant causes changes in hormone levels, especially estrogen and testosterone. Because these hormones are so closely tied to sexual desire, these fluctuations may lower... Full Answer
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- Q Does growing older mean my sex life is over?
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Although some older men and women might find themselves taking longer to become aroused or losing interest in sex, many couples find that exercise and a healthy lifestyle helps make their sex lives more intense and intimate. Full Answer
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- Q Are there creams to increase female libido?
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Patricia Geraghty, Advanced Practice NursingFemale libido is very complicated; affected by lifestyle, stress, relationships, general health, and hormones. The hormone that improves libido for both men and women is testosterone. Women's bodies make testosterone from estrogen. Testosterone is also... Full Answer
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- Q How can good communication with my partner increase my sex drive?
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Keeping the lines of communication open between you and your partner at all times can be a potent aphrodisiac. Intimacy isn't just about what happens between the sheets. It's also about understanding each other's moods, desires, and likes. Being... Full Answer
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- Q What fruits can increase my sex drive?
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Healthful foods in general keep your body working better, which keeps your sex life in good working order. But some foods seem to give your love life a little extra oomph. Try figs. They're rich in amino acids that may set your desire afire. Or,... Full Answer
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