Will you still want sex after menopause?

Posted by admin on April 14th, 2007 at 05:38pm

One of the most asked questions about menopause revolves around the loss of one’s sex drive, so let’s discuss sex after menopause; fact versus fiction.

While both men and women think that menopause is synonymous with the loss of sexual desire, it definitely is not the case. In fact, most women will tell you the sex just gets better. Perhaps because there are no preconceived worries about becoming pregnant, both men and women can pursue their passions with wild abandon. Another fact is that while aging can slow down the process, it is considered normal if sexual desire decreases just a bit. This by no means indicates that sex is no longer an integral part of your life after menopause; far from it!

Other causes can play havoc with your sex life after menopause they are:.
* Certain medications can change the way you feel.
*In addition, certain diseases can affect your sex life such as heart disease; diabetes and arthritis.
* More importantly, the way you see yourself can be just as important a factor in your decreased sex drive as the aforementioned conditions.

Scientific studies have shown that estrogen is not related to changes in sexual response in postmenopausal women. Researchers found only one issue related to decreased estrogen production during menopause; and that is, painful sexual intercourse. Another finding asserted that the only women to experience loss of sexual desire during the postmenopausal period “were those women who believed that loss of interest in sex is a normal part of the aging process.” This theory asserts that the facts surrounding loss of sexual desire are based solely on fictional assumptions and not factually based.

While some women have taken certain drugs to increase their sexual desire, studies have shown that these hormonal drugs can greatly increase the incidence of breast cancer. It is advised to seek medical assistance to determine the best course of action regarding loss of sexual desire. Hormonal replacements such as testosterone may not be the answer.

The facts of sex after menopause are:
• Loss of sexual desire is not experienced by the majority of menopausal women.
• Loss of sexual desire is not associated with decreased levels of estrogen.

If you are experiencing decreased sexual desire after menopause, talk to your doctor to determine what type of treatment he can prescribe that is safe and effective. More importantly, talk to your partner in an honest and open manner so that he or she is aware of your feelings. Perhaps there are alternatives you can both use to arouse the sexual desire in each other.

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