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    Sex can be fun, exciting,


    and a time of intimate
    sharing. However, sex can
    also be a time of anxiety and
    vulnerability, especially when
    there is a sexual problem.
    What is low libido?

    Other factors that can affect libido include:

    Low libido is the term used to describe


    a lack of interest in sexual activity.
    Sexual desire or libido is produced by a
    combination of biological, personal and
    relationship factors.

    stress or tiredness from work


    too little or too much exercise
    feelings of dissatisfaction with the
    relationship.
    It is often difficult to separate how
    much a mans sexual interest is
    affected by biological or psychological
    factors, especially when there is
    chronic illness, chronic pain, fatigue or
    body image problems (e.g., following
    surgery for cancer).

    Sexual desire is different for each


    person and may change over time
    depending on what is happening in
    a persons life. Low libido may not
    be seen as a problem for some men;
    however, if a man loses interest in
    sex for no apparent reason, and it is
    a concern for him, talking to a doctor
    may be helpful.

    What causes low libido?


    Low libido can be caused by acute
    (short-term) or chronic (long-term)
    medical or psychiatric conditions,
    particularly depression.

    How is low libido diagnosed?


    If a man loses interest in sex for no
    apparent reason a doctor will check the
    man to try to find the cause.
    Checking a man with low libido
    might include:
    a medical history including medicine use
    a physical examination
    blood tests.

    Men with low levels of testosterone


    (androgen deficiency) can have
    problems with low libido.

    If low libido seems to be related


    to relationship issues, talking to a
    psychologist or counsellor may help to
    find the cause.

    Prescription medicines, such as


    antidepressants and blood pressure
    medicines, as well as frequent alcohol
    or marijuana use can lower feelings of
    sexual desire.

    How is low libido treated?


    Antidepressants can be helpful if a man
    is depressed, but they can also lower
    sexual interest.

    If low libido is caused by androgen


    deficiency (low testosterone) that
    has been confirmed by a blood test,
    testosterone replacement therapy may
    be needed. Low libido related to stress
    or tiredness may be helped by stress
    management strategies or counselling.
    Partner dissatisfaction is the most
    common reason for people seeking
    treatment for low libido.
    The identified patient (the one who is
    less interested in sex) may seek treatment
    because their partner is frustrated, angry
    or resentful. This situation is also known
    as desire discrepancy.
    Low libido often hides a desire for
    more non-sexual sharing and intimacy.
    Individual or couple counselling can be
    helpful in identifying and addressing
    any issues to improve sexual desire.

    Who can help a man with low libido?


    The local doctor (GP) can help to identify
    the extent and cause of low libido.
    Depending on the likely cause, the
    doctor may refer to other professionals
    such as a sex therapist, a psychologist, a
    urologist, or an endocrinologist.
    For more information visit
    www.andrologyaustralia.org, call
    1300 303 878, or speak to your doctor.

    Dr Michael Lowy
    MBBS MPM FAChSHM

    Sydney Mens Health, Sydney


    Date reviewed: December 2014
    Andrology Australia 2014

    Andrology Australia is an initiative funded by the Australian Government Department of Health


    c/o School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University
    PO Box 315, Prahran
    Victoria 3181, Australia
    The information in this fact sheet has been provided for educational purposes only.
    It is not intended to take the place of a clinical diagnosis or proper medical advice from a fully qualified health professional.
    Andrology Australia urges readers to seek the services of a qualified medical practitioner for any personal health concerns.

    AA15.1.2 LOW LIBIDO/FS

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