How Fluctuating Libidos Affect Aging Men and Women
As we get older, our sex drives often experience changes. While some people remain highly sexual throughout their whole lives, others find that their libido wanes as they get older. It's also common for people to experience significant swings in their sex drives, not entirely unlike mood swings. Christopher Diebert is a Urologist well-versed in the sexual issues that men and women face, and Mary Kinyoun is an experienced gynecologist. They worked together for Nebraska Medicine to highlight some of the romantic issues that men and women face due to aging.
It's common to go for days or longer without sparing a thought for sex, then having strong urges overwhelm you suddenly. There's nothing wrong with having a low or high sex drive. What's important is meeting your own needs and the needs of your partner.
These issues are common for both women and men. It's estimated that around four in ten women will deal with significant sexual issues at least once in their lives. For men, the average is around 30%.
Dysfunction can wax and wane or it may be persistent without treatment. These issues include sexual pain, trouble climaxing, low libido, or an inability to become properly aroused. Most often, these issues can be readily remedied with the help of a professional, and there's absolutely no reason to be embarrassed or ashamed.
Why Do Aging Women Experience Sexual Problems?
Women struggle with libido and other sexual health issues as they get older largely due to perimenopause and menopause. From puberty til menopause, women usually experience a normal and predictable sex drive. Menopause drastically reduces circulating Estrogen levels, contributing to a host of potential problems, including mood instability, fatigue, and reduced lubrication.
All of these issues can cause women to have less interest in sex. Changes in Testosterone Level may also contribute to these changes, as even women need Testosterone for sexual arousal.
Men Also Face Sexual Barriers Due to Hormone Imbalance
While men don't have to deal with the brick wall of Menopause, they due experience changes in Hormone production caused by aging. Beyond thirty, men become increasingly prone to Testosterone Deficiency, which can have major implications for health and sexual wellness.
Testosterone stirs sexual desire, promotes self-worth, generates energy, and greases the gears of proper sexual function. Without enough Testosterone, guys experience several issues that combine to severely impact romantic satisfaction.
Both Sexes Share Many of the Same Sexual Hurdles
There are many other roadblocks to sexual health that affect both men and women. Health problems can make sex uncomfortable or painful. Chronic stress can make it hard to maintain interest in sex, as well as depression or relationship conflict.
Many issues like hypertension can deplete libido both treated and untreated due to the affects of statins and other drugs.
Ways for Aging Couples to Spark Libido
- Take control of your stress through quiet comtemplation, yoga, or light exercise
- Get plenty of Sleep
- Be open with your partner
- Experiment!
- Bring the lube!
- Schedule time for romance
Sometimes, You May Need a Hormone Specialist or Other Doctor for Help
It's not always enough to just will yourself into a happier and healthier sex life. There are some issues that will remain persistent even when you put in the effort to change your lifestyle. For men, Low-T is easily treatable with Bio-Identical Testosterone Therapy. It's among the most common causes of male sexual dysfunction and is easier and safer to treat than ever before.
Women may also benefit greatly for Hormone Therapy to adapt to the changes caused by menopause, allowing them to experience vastly improved sexual satisfaction. Don't resign yourself to the negative effects of aging on libido. Take charge of your sexual well-being!
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