Female sexual dysfunction: symptoms, causes, drugs, etc. • hello healthy

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Definition

What is female sexual dysfunction?

Female sexual dysfunction is a sexual disorder that often causes depression in women. These disorders are usually divided into four types:

• desire disorder (not passionate)
• stimulation disorders (the body cannot respond to sexual stimulation)
• orgasm disorders
• pain disorder during sex

How common is female sexual dysfunction?

Every woman can experience sexual dysfunction. This disorder can appear only once or many times in a lifetime. This disorder can be caused by changes in physiological, emotional, psychological, lifestyle, and relationships with partners.

Signs & symptoms

What are the signs and symptoms of female sexual dysfunction?

Sexual dysfunction signs and symptoms in women include:

• Loss of interest in sexual intercourse
• Pain during sex
• Feelings of unhappiness, guilt, or shame
• Frustration
• Restless and anxious
• Lack of sleep

There may be other symptoms and signs not listed above. If you have concerns about the symptoms of this disease, please consult your doctor.

When should I see a doctor?

If sexual problems affect your partner's relationship or you are worried, see a doctor immediately for examination and treatment. The doctor will look at the conditions and symptoms to determine the most appropriate treatment.

Cause

What causes female sexual dysfunction?

The causes of sexual dysfunction in women are diverse, including:

• Certain medical conditions. Diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis (arthritis), and excretory disorders can decrease libido. Childbirth, menopause, cervical cancer, uterine cancer, and breast cancer can also cause sexual dysfunction in women.
• Drugs.Antidepressants and blood pressure medications can also affect a woman's arousal.
• Psychological problems. Religious issues, taboos, sins, domestic problems, a history of sexual harassment or rapes, depression or stress can reduce sexual desire in women.

Risk factors

What increases my risk for female sexual dysfunction?

Factors that can increase a woman's risk of sexual dysfunction include:

• Depression or anxiety (anxiety)
• Heart disease
• Nerve diseases, such as spinal cord injuries and multiple sclerosis
• Use of antidepressants and high blood pressure drugs
• Psychological stress, especially with a partner
• Have experienced sexual harassment

Medicines & Medicines

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor.

What are the treatment options for female sexual dysfunction?

Treatment depends on the cause. If it is caused by using drugs, it can be cured by changing the dose or changing the drug. Postmenopausal women (experiencing physiological changes) who experience pain during sex due to vaginal dryness can use estrogen lubricants and creams.

Women with severe arthritis can change positions during sex and use the drugs naproxen or ibuprofen before sex.

Sex education, psychotherapy, and support activities and lifestyle changes can help overcome this sexual dysfunction. Behavioral therapy (CBT) in both partners as treatment can also find the root cause of the problem. Sometimes, for best results you will need to combine several different treatments.

What are the tests for female sexual dysfunction?

Your doctor will make a diagnosis based on your medical history and physical examination (including a pelvic exam). Blood tests can be done to confirm that these are not symptoms of diabetes or thyroid disease.

You can consult a gynecologist to perform surgery; or with a psychologist / psychiatrist if emotional problems are the cause of this dysfunction; or with certain communities for sexual harassment cases.

Home remedies

What are some lifestyle changes or home remedies to treat female sexual dysfunction?

Here are lifestyle and home remedies that can help you deal with female sexual dysfunction.

• Exercise and get used to physical activity. Take time off to relax and avoid stress.
• Pelvic muscle exercises (Kegel exercises) because they can help to control sexual desire and orgasm. You can see a guide to Kegel exercises in this link.
• If necessary, your doctor will recommend that you see a sex and marriage specialist.
• Get to know your own body. You should consult your doctor about causes affecting sexual activity such as drug use, illness, surgery, age, pregnancy or menopause.

If you have any questions, consult your doctor for the best solution to your problem.