Menopause and Libido: How to Increase your Sex Drive
Menopause
and Libido - How to Increase your Sex Drive
The hormonal changes that occur in a woman’s body during
menopause are believed to cause dramatic effects on their libido.
The many negative rumours associated with menopausal libido should be put to rest. It is false to state that menopausal women can no longer enjoy sex; some women report having a better sex life after menopause. And it is not true that all women’s sex drive completely disappears with the onset of menopause.
How Menopause Affects a Woman’s Libido
At the onset of menopause, a woman’s estrogen level diminishes,
resulting in less blood supply to the genital area and a decrease in vaginal
lubrication, which can cause sex to be uncomfortable. Some women may notice
that they are not as easily aroused and/or less sensitive to touch, which
can lead to a decreased interest in sex. Other various factors that might
lower the libido should not be discounted. Here are a few:
- Stress
- Health concerns
- Bladder control problems
- Sleep disturbance
- Anxiety
- Medication
How to Increase Sex Drive
Knowing that low estrogen levels and lack of lubrication are two
contributing factors that affect menopause libido, women can consider two
possible solutions: estrogen supplement which can be prescribed by a doctor
and vaginal lubricants that can be purchased in your local pharmacy. Estrogen
therapy can help solve the lubrication problem and increase sensation, but
studies have not reached a conclusion on its degree of effectiveness. Lubricants
will eliminate vaginal dryness that causes discomfort during sex. Testosterone
therapy can also positively affect response to touch, vaginal lubrication,
arousal, orgasm, and sexual interest.
Women who suffer from depression or anxiety often have to take medication that is also known to cause a decrease in sex drive. Nevertheless, a change in life style can foster a newly-found interest in sex. Exercise does the body good in more ways than one! It will bump up your mood, tone up your muscles, increase stamina, improve self-esteem, and enhance sleep, all of which can give your libido a significant boost! Add Kegel exercises to your regular workout to strengthen the pelvic muscles
For women, sex is not just about the physical; it also requires psychological elements. Communication with your partner is the key to a healthy sexual relationship, regardless of whether or not you are in the menopausal stage of your life. Honest and intimate conversation can add a whole new dimension to your sex life.
If your menopausal concerns cannot be alleviated, consult with your doctor. Menopause should not so greatly affect your libido that it interferes with your enjoyment sex!
