Female Sexual Dysfunction
There are many problems that can keep a woman
from enjoying sex. They include
- Lack of sexual desire
- Inability to become aroused
- Lack of orgasm, or sexual climax
- Painful intercourse
These problems may have physical or psychological causes.
Physical causes may include conditions like diabetes, heart disease, nerve
disorders or hormone problems. Some drugs can also affect desire and function.
Psychological causes may include work-related stress and anxiety. They may also
include depression or concerns about marriage or relationship problems. For
some women, the problem results from past sexual trauma.
Most commonly
seen sexual problems in women
Ø The most common sexual problem in women is hypoactive sexual
desire disorder (HSDD), more commonly referred to as low sex drive or libido
followed by difficulty with orgasm. Pain during intercourse
Ø HSDD is a deficiency or absence of sexual fantasies and desire
for sexual activity, There can be significant differences in sexual interest
levels among women. Most of women think about sex a few times a month and few
women’s think about sex 2-3 times a week or more. Happier women seem to think
about sex more often than unhappy women.
Ø Difficulty with orgasm, or female orgasmic disorder, is a persistent
delay or absence of orgasm. Most of the women say they always have orgasms
during sex and few women’s say they are physically satisfied with their
partners.
Ø There are wide variations in sexual functioning, and there is no
gold-standard that women should feel they must meet for their sexual
functioning to be considered 'normal.' If a woman experiences a sexual problem
that troubles her, then it is a problem that needs to be addressed and she
should be encouraged to talk to her doctor about it to see how it can be
improved.
Causes to decreased
sexual desire in women
Ø Low sex drive can be caused by a range of factors, which vary
from one individual to the next. Fatigue, the daily responsibilities and
multiple roles women often assume, and many possible psychological causes can
impact a woman's sexual appetite. It is also known that certain health
conditions and medications can affect a woman's sexual desire. Depression and
anxiety disorders can interfere with sexual desire, but so can some of the
drugs used to treat these conditions. Many antidepressants, in particular
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, also called SSRIs (e.g.., Prozac,
Paxil, Zoloft), have side effects that have a negative impact on women's
libidos.
Ø In addition, birth control pills, mood stabilizers,
tranquilizers and other medications have been shown to decrease libido. If you
notice a drop in your sexual desire around the time you start a new medication,
talk to you doctor to see if there is a connection. Do not stop taking any medication
without talking to your doctor first.
Difference
between Sexual Arousal and Sexual Desire
Ø In most women who are not experiencing sexual problems, libido
and arousal are closely related and difficult to separate. Libido refers to a
baseline interest in sex and might be redefined as sexual appetite. Arousal
refers to the physiological response to sexual stimuli. Women with higher
libidos generally have a greater response to sexual stimuli, or greater
arousal. Physical manifestations of sexual arousal include vaginal lubrication
and increased blood flow to the labia, clitoris and vagina.
How to increase
sexual arousal in women
Ø One of the symptoms of decreased sexual arousal in women is a
reduced amount of vaginal lubrication. Over-the-counter vaginal lubricants can
augment lubrication.
Ø Women can also choose behavioural therapy to help increase
sexual arousal. Such therapy is aimed at enhancing sexual fantasies and
focusing one's attention on sexual stimuli. For women in on-going
relationships, the therapist would also look into the possibility of
communication problems in the relationship, or lack of sexual stimulation by
the woman's partner.
How to
increase sexual desire in women
Ø Important factor to consider is that for some women, feelings of
guilt and shame learned in early childhood may interfere with adult sexual
function and may affect one or more phases of the sexual response cycle. In
these instances, as well as in cases of sexual abuse, psychotherapy may be
beneficial. Marriage counselling or couples therapy can also be of value.
Cause for
lack of orgasm?
Ø The inability to achieve orgasm (anorgasmia) can be caused by a
number of factors, both physical and psychological in nature. Lack of adequate
stimulation, acute stress, anxiety, as well as depression and relationship
problems can all interfere with the ability to experience orgasm. Other health
conditions, such as incontinence, can cause problems too.
Ø Everyday stress and the many roles and responsibilities women
deal with can result in distractions, making orgasms more difficult to achieve.
In addition, cultural and religious prohibitions may result in anorgasmia
(possibly related to a heightened sense of guilt).
Ø Fortunately, experienced Psychologist & Sex educator
available here to assist women in developing skills and improve their ability
to reach orgasm.
Ø Medications can also interfere with the ability to experience
orgasm. Many antidepressants have a high propensity to cause such problems. In
addition, antipsychotic drugs can cause inability to reach orgasm and Valium
may delay orgasm. Antihypertensive drugs may also interfere with orgasm.
Ø Any disease, such as multiple sclerosis, that interrupts the
nerve supply to the genitals may cause lack of orgasm.
Pain during
sex -treatment
Ø In postmenopausal women who experience diminished vaginal
lubrication. Vaginal creams containing oestrogen may also help.
Ø Even women who are not postmenopausal experience problems with
vaginal lubrication which can create friction during sex, and ultimately cause
pain. In this case, use of vaginal lubricants before intercourse is a possible
remedy.
Ø If the woman experiencing pain during relationship, she should
communicate with her partner. Together they can work to find a position that is
more comfortable. Sometimes a change in the time of day when you are more
rested may help.
Ø If pain is persistent, consult your doctor. The pain could be a
symptom of another medical condition. In fact, most physicians view dyspareunia
(pain with intercourse) as a pain disorder and treat accordingly (analgesics/creams,
etc.).
Ø There are many treatments available. Your doctor will work with
you to find a solution to your problem.
Vaginismus -
hope for women with vaginismus ever having a healthy sexual relationship
Ø Vaginismus is persistent or recurrent spasm of the outer third
of the vagina that interferes with intercourse. It can usually be treated by
the use of vaginal dilators of increasing diameter plus relaxation training.
The success rate increases in couples where the partner is involved in the
therapy process. While treatment can help, it is important to note that some
women have very intimate, loving relationships without intercourse.
Any
important points for women to understand about female sexual dysfunction?
Ø Sexual response varies between women and within each individual.
Sexual concerns are very common. Some sexual problems, while distressing, may
reflect normal variations in a woman's life. Shifting one's focus to enhancing
intimacy rather than having all interactions result in intercourse may help.
Not all sexual concerns or problems are "dysfunctions."
Ø Women need to pay attention to changes in their daily lives that
may cause sexual dysfunction. In cases where medications cause sexual problems,
the solution may be as simple as changing the medication or adjusting the
dosage.
Ø Don't be afraid to talk to your doctor and your partner. It can
be difficult and uncomfortable to initiate a conversation with a doctor about
sex, but the majority of women can be helped if they are willing to talk openly
to their Doctor and Sex Educator to determine the best treatment for their
specific problem.
Female
Sexual Dysfunction Homeopathy Treatment
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Whom to contact for Female Sexual Dysfunction Treatment
Dr.Senthil
Kumar Treats many cases of Female Sexual Dysfunction, In his medical
professional experience with successful results. Many patients get relief after
taking treatment from Dr.Senthil Kumar. Dr.Senthil Kumar visits Chennai
at Vivekanantha Homeopathy Clinic, Velachery, Chennai 42. To get appointment
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