The lack of desire for sex can also be called Low libido.
However, low libido for a long period of time may cause concern for some. It can sometimes be an indicator of an underlying health condition.
CAUSES
1. Low testosterone.
Testosterone is an important male hormone. In men, it’s mostly produced in the testicles.
Testosterone is responsible for building muscles and bone mass, and for stimulating sperm production. Your testosterone levels also factor into your sex drive.
Decreasing testosterone is a normal part of aging. However, a drastic drop in testosterone can lead to decreased libido.
2. MEDICATIONS used to treat prostate cancer
* Corticosteroids
opioid pain relievers, such as morphine (MorphaBond, MS Contin) and oxycodone (OxyContin, Percocet) etc. affects the libido.
3. DEPRESSION
Depression changes all parts of a person’s life. People with depression experience a reduced or complete lack of interest in activities they once found pleasurable, including sex.
Low libido is also a side effect of some antidepressants, including:
* serotonin-norepinephrine such as duloxetine (Cymbalta), fluoxetine (Prozac) and sertraline (Zoloft).
4. SLEEP PROBLEMS
Researchers found that nearly one-third of the men who have severe sleep apnea also had reduced levels of testosterone.
According to the research, healthy men, testosterone levels were decreased by 10 to 15 percent after a week of sleep restriction to five hours per night.
5. STRESS
If you’re distracted by situations or periods of high pressure, sexual desire may decrease. This is because stress can disrupt your hormone levels. Your arteries can narrow in times of stress. This narrowing restricts blood flow and potentially causes ED.
6. ALCOHOL
Heavy alcohol drinking, or more than 14 mixed drinks in a week, has also been linked to a decrease in testosterone production. Over a long period of time, excessive amounts of alcohol can reduce your sex drive.
7. ENDOMETRIOSIS
Endometriosis implants are most commonly found on the ovaries, the Fallopian tubes, outer surfaces of the uterus or intestines, and on the surface lining of the pelvic cavity. They also can be found in the vagina, cervix, and bladder. Endometriosis may not produce any symptoms, but when it does the most common symptom is pelvic pain that worsens just prior to menstruation and improves at the end of the menstrual period. Other symptoms of endometriosis include pain during sex, pain with pelvic examinations, cramping or pain during bowel movements or urination, and infertility.
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
1.Imbibe stress management techniques, such as breathing exercises, meditation, and talking to a therapist, will help liberate your sex drive.
- 2. Manage anxiety
Anxiety can be managed by boosting their mental health, through :
– Practicing good sleep hygiene
– Making time for a favorite hobby
– Exercising regularly
eating a nutritious diet
– Working to improve relationships
– Talking to a therapist where necessary
3. Focus on improving your relationship with spouse can increase each spouse’s sex drive. This might involve:
– Planning date nights
– Doing activities together outside of the bedroom
– Practicing open communication and setting time aside for quality time with each other.
4. Eat a nutritious diet
Following a nutritious diet can benefit people’s sex drive by promoting good circulation and heart health, and by removing specific foods that can decrease libido.
5. Try herbal remedies to boost sexual drive.
6. Maintaining a healthy body weight can improve a person’s sex drive, both physically and psychologically. Eating a healthful diet and getting regular exercise can help achieve this, as well as boost a person’s overall energy levels.