What is Low Libido?

Low libido—a decreased interest in sexual activity—can affect all genders and ages.

Many people worry about it, which can be upsetting. Men can suffer emotional and psychological distress from low libido.

Reduce Self-Esteem: Men may feel inadequate, lowering self-esteem and confidence.
Unresolved intimacy difficulties can strain relationships and cause conflict and discontent.
Reduce Relationship Satisfaction: Sexual unfulfillment can lower relationship satisfaction and happiness.
Affect Mental Health: Hypolibido can cause stress, worry, and depression. Our skilled sexologists assist men and couples overcome these issues and strengthen their relationships.

Common Low Libido Causes

Low libido can be caused by many things:

Psychological Causes of Low Libido

• 1. Stress and Anxiety: These factors significantly lower libido. Daily stress, job, and personal concerns might reduce sexual desire.
• 2. Depression: Depression's misery and hopelessness might make sexual activity less desirable.
• 3. Relationship Issues: Communication issues and unsolved disagreements might lower libido.

Physical Causes of Low Libido

• Low libido in males can come from hormonal abnormalities.
• Some drugs, like antidepressants, might reduce sexual desire.
• Libido and sexual function are impacted by diabetes and hypertension.  

Low libido symptoms and Signs

Men with low libido may have physical and emotional difficulties. Recognizing these signs is crucial. Low libido symptoms:

Physical Indications of Low Libido:

• Reduced Sexual Desire: Low-libido people may feel less sexual pleasure.
• Sexual Initiation or Response: You may struggle to initiate sexual activity or enthusiastically respond to your partner's efforts.
• Low libido can cause a severe aversion to sexual intimacy or avoidance of sexual engagement.
• Some people with low libido have limited sexual sensitivity and enjoyment.
• Low libido can make it hard to get or keep an erection, affecting sexual satisfaction and stress.
• Low libido can cause fatigue, both physically and mentally.
• Decreased Sexual Stamina: Some men experience a reduction in sexual performance, making prolonged sexual activity difficult.

Emotional Signs of Low Libido:

• Low libido can cause anger, frustration, melancholy, and anxiety.
• Low self-esteem: Men may feel inadequate or insecure, damaging their self-image.
• Low libido can cause intimacy concerns, which can limit communication and emotional distance between partners.
• Conflict and Frustration: Low libido concerns can cause relationship conflict and worse quality of life.

Low libido diagnosis and evaluation

We initially want to know why libido is low. Our top sexologists will evaluate psychological and physical variables to determine the causes of low libido. We thoroughly inspect the problem to determine the reason. This assessment covers mental and physical health checks. These questions can help your doctor assess your health.

• Do you have any additional sexual concerns?
• Has your interest in sex evolved? If so, from what date?
• Are you currently facing any significant challenges in your professional or personal life?
• Do you have any medical conditions?
• Do you struggle to arouse?
• Are you capable of experiencing an orgasm?
• Do you experience any pain or distress during sexual intercourse?
• What is the extent of your distress regarding your sexual concerns?
• What is the duration of your experience with this issue?

We thoroughly inspect the problem to determine the reason. This assessment covers mental and physical health checks.

Low testosterone vs. low libido

Many men's sexual health difficulties are linked to decreased libido and testosterone.
Accurate diagnosis and good treatment need an understanding their distinctions. Differences between these two conditions:

Low Libido:

• Less sexual desire or interest.
• Disinterest in sexual activities.
• Stress, interpersonal troubles, and drug adverse effects might cause it.
• Treatment addresses root causes through counselling, therapy, or lifestyle modifications.
• If hormonal abnormalities cause poor libido, hormone therapy may be advised.

Low testosterone (hypogonadism):

• Insufficient testosterone production.
• Fatigue, mood swings, muscle loss, and libido are symptoms.
• The main causes are physiological, including ageing, diabetes, obesity, testicular damage, and genetics.
• To normalise testosterone levels, treated with HRT.
• Fitness and diet may also be advised to support treatment.

Treatment Choices

Medications
Medications for hormone imbalances or other conditions may improve libido.

Hormone Treatment
We can correct hormonal abnormalities that lower libido.

Therapy, Counselling
Sexual therapy and counselling can help men with reduced libido by addressing psychological issues.

Lifestyle changes
Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can boost libido.

Self-Care and Prevention
Stress management, healthy living, and open communication can prevent decreased libido. Self-care is vital to sexual health.

Healthy Relationship Building
Sexual fulfilment requires healthy relationships built on communication and understanding.

Low libido's emotional impact on love:

• Low libido can strain marriages and long-term relationships emotionally and psychologically.
• As physical and emotional connection decreases, marriage might suffer. Sexual activity decreases with low libido, diminishing partner connection.
• This decline in physical intimacy might impair a relationship's emotional tie. Emotional discomfort on both sides might increase conflict.
• Frustration and disillusionment can break communication.
• One may feel like they're not good enough or charming. It is trickier than it looks. This is only felt by low-libido persons.
• We understand the value of intimacy in marriage and offer a secure, non-judgmental, and confidential space to address your difficulties.
• We want to help you rekindle the romance and passion in your relationship for a better, healthier, and more rewarding relationship.

Be honest with your sexologist to improve your sex life. A thorough evaluation is essential for a successful treatment plan. The sexologist can develop a therapy plan to assist you overcome low sex drive after finding the cause.

Our low-libido treatment uses years of knowledge and a patient-centered approach. No matter your age or history, we can help you improve your sex life.