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How is low libido treated?

Low libido is treated by identifying and addressing the cause. It is important to note that libido levels can naturally vary while you are in relationships and as you age. Partner dissatisfaction is the most common reason for people seeking treatment for low libido. As general advice: seek medical advice from a supportive doctor; manage any general health issues that might be causing you fatigue, such as iron deficiency anemia, abnormal thyroid function (hyper- or hypothyroidism) and sleep apnea; consider relationship counselling to address any relationship difficulties; where depression and/or anxiety is the cause of low sexual interest, treatment of these conditions may be beneficial; stress management strategies may help if low libido is related to stress, and; a medication review can identify certain medicines, such as antidepressants, that can affect sexual desire.

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What is low libido?

Libido refers to sexual desire or the drive to have sexual activity. It is also commonly called 'sex drive' or 'sexual energy'. A low libido means that you have a low interest in sex. Everybody's interest level in sex is different and there is no normal level. A low …

What are the symptoms of low libido?

The symptom of low libido is having limited sexual desire that is causing you distress.

What causes low libido?

Libido can be affected by numerous factors. Some reasons for a reduced libido can include: anxiety about previous performance; psychological issues including stress, depression or low self-esteem; familiarity with a sexual partner; physical turn-offs caused by …

Who gets low libido?

The feeling of low libido can affect both men and women who are sexually active. Low libido may be a result of factors such as anxiety about previous performance; psychological issues including stress, depression or low self-esteem; familiarity with a sexual partner; …

How is low libido diagnosed?

A key to diagnosing low libido is determining how you and your partner feel about sexual desires. Some couples are not bothered by a reduced sex drive, while others are not happy if they believe they are not having a healthy sexual relationship. Diagnosis is …

Can low libido be cured?

Although low libido may be frustrating for you or your partner, it is something that can normally be overcome. It is important to talk about it with each other and overcome it together. Everybody's libido is different and changes in libido levels are common as …

What can be done at home to treat low libido?

Making some lifestyle changes can help to treat low libido. This can include exercising more, managing stress and communicating with your partner about sex. It can also help to make time for sex or be more creative in the bedroom.

Can low libido be prevented?

To help prevent low libido, it is important to avoid any potential causes. This can include avoiding fatigue from working too much or not getting enough sleep. It can also help to deal with any psychological conditions including anxiety, depression or low …

What can make low libido worse?

In some cases, avoiding dealing with the cause, such as a relationship problem, can place added strain on your relationship and make it worse. If possible, it is best to identify the problem and deal with it.

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About this article

Author: Dr Joanne Van der Velden PhD, BSc (Hons)
First answered: 18 Sep 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Fertility

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