The loss of desire

I will now take each of the dysfunctions one by one and dissect it for your benefit. The first topic that I will take up is loss of sexual desire that is very common among both men and women. Our sexual desire keeps varying throughout the course of our lives however any marked variation can be a cause for concern. It is characterized by a reduction in sexual desire, reduction in procreative activity, no sensuous dreams, and no distraction by erotic material by one or both partners. You can see the signs when you rarely feel like having sex and this causes conflict with your partner. According to a survey about 15% of men in the age group 18-60 are affected by loss of sexual desire. This dysfunction is more commonly associated with women than men.


The associative factors range from low level of testosterone, depression, stress, alcoholism, drug abuse, chronic illness, traumatic past, relationship problems and sexual boredom with a partner. It may also be possible that you have a lower level of sexual desire than your partner. In that case the best advice would be to speak to your partner and come to solution. In order to treat this dysfunction we must concentrate on its causes, which may be physical, medical or psychological

Testosterone plays a vital role in a person’s sexual desire. Any reduction in testosterone in women can be treated through supplementation of the hormone. Many men also suffer from loss of sexual desire caused by a number of physical or psychological circumstances. Loss of facial and body hair, decrease in muscles, fatigue, loss of energy or lethargy, and erectile dysfunction are symptomatic of testosterone deficiency.

Loss of sexual desire can be difficult to treat. Hormonal supplements are suggested if testosterone deficiency is the cause of loss of sexual desire. If your suffer from a low level of sexual desire which is causing problems in your relationship you should visit the doctor for immediate diagnosis. You may also see a shrink if you think it is a psychological manifestation.

In the final analysis the best remedy is precaution or prevention. Never compromise on your sleep as it builds your immune system. In any relationship communication is the key, so speak out your feelings and share your thoughts with your partner. Devise new ways to surprise your spouse, spice up your sex life and never let monotony set in. Learn to be happy and visit a shrink if you are depressed Regular exercise may also increase your sense of well-being and feelings of sexual desire. Lastly, but not the least, please do not use any drug without an expert’s advice as it may aggravate the condition.