Decreased libido

What is decreased libido?

Decreased libido, or low sex drive, is when a person experiences a lower interest in sexual activity than is considered average or typical. This can negatively impact romantic relationships and a person's quality of life.

Some potential causes of decreased libido include:

• Hormonal changes - Low testosterone, high prolactin levels, and menopause can reduce libido. This often resolves by balancing hormones.


• Medications - Antidepressants, blood pressure meds, and others may lower sex drive as a side effect.


• Psychological issues - Stress, depression, trauma, and relationship problems can suppress sexual desire.


• Physical causes - Chronic illness, mobility issues, and pain may make sex difficult or undesirable. Nutrient deficiencies and poor sleep quality may also contribute.

Diagnosing decreased libido usually involves blood tests to check hormone levels, reviewing medications, ruling out chronic illnesses, and evaluating psychological factors.

Treatment options for low libido depend on the underlying cause but may include:

• Hormone therapy - Testosterone, estrogen, or DHEA supplementation.


• Changing medications - Switching to drugs less likely to impact libido.


• Sex therapy counseling - Working through psychological barriers to intimacy.


• Lifestyle changes - Reducing stress, improving sleep hygiene and nutrition, increasing exercise, and making time for intimacy.

At Hormone Harmony Clinic, our physicians specialize in hormonal balancing to resolved decreased libido. We offer cutting-edge hormone testing, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, nutrition plans, stress reduction techniques, and sex therapy referrals. Our personalized plans help both men and women reclaim their sex lives so they can enjoy healthy, fulfilling relationships again. Contact us today for a consultation!

I hope this gives you a good overview of some of the common causes of low libido and the treatment approaches that can help restore normal sexual desire and functioning. Let me know if you have any other questions!