Sexual Problems
Sexual problems are something very common in today’s date. The doctors’ term it ‘sexual dysfunction’ and both men and women suffer from this as they age.
However, people are still not comfortable talking about this, which should not be the case. This is a medical situation and there are treatments available for them. So, one should definitely seek advice from the doctors.
What is Sexual Dysfunction or Sexual Problem?
Sexual dysfunction is a problem that occurs at a time of the sexual response cycle. It prevents one from getting pleasure from sexual activity. Sexual dysfunction can affect people of any age, but is usually common in people over 40 because it is often associated with a decline in health that comes with aging.
Types of Sexual Problems
- Arousal disorders: Unable to become physically aroused or excited during sexual activity.
- Desire disorders: Characterized by lack of sexual desire or interest in sex.
- Orgasm disorders: Characterized by a delay or absence of orgasm, often referred to as climax.
- Pain disorders: Characterized by pain during the intercourse.
Causes for Sexual Dysfunction
- Physical Causes: Many physical and health issues can negatively affect sexual function. Diabetes, neurological disorders, heart and vascular (blood vessel) disease, chronic diseases, hormonal imbalances, and alcoholism and drug abuse are examples of these conditions. Furthermore, the side effects of some medications, including antidepressants, can hamper sexual function.
- Psychological Causes: The mental state of a person can have effects on their sexual function. Work-related stress and anxiety, marital or relationship problems, body image concerns, depression, concerns about sexual performance, feelings of guilt, and the effects of a past sexual trauma are examples of these.
Symptoms of Sexual Dysfunction
When it comes to identifying the symptoms for sexual problems, there are differences between men and women. However, there are few symptoms common to both.
Men and Women Both
- Lack of desire or interest for sex (loss of libido).
- Pain during intercourse.
- Lack of ability to become aroused.
Men
- Inability to achieve or maintain a suitable erection for intercourse (erectile dysfunction).
- Unable to control ejaculation timing (early, or premature ejaculation).
- Despite adequate sexual stimulation, the ejaculation does not happen or is delayed (retarded ejaculation).
Women
- Vaginal lubrication is not sufficient before and during intercourse.
- Inability to experience orgasm.
- Unable to relax vaginal muscles sufficiently to allow intercourse.
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Treatments for various sexual problems
Treatment for Premature Ejaculation
This is a common sexual problem faced by men. Oral medications like antidepressants, analgesics and phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors are used to treat premature ejaculation, however, it is to note that the Food and Drug Administration has not specifically approved any of these drugs for treating premature ejaculation.
Topical anesthetics are numbing creams and sprays containing benzocaine, lidocaine, or prilocaine which are often suggested to treat premature ejaculation. As far as counselling goes, talking to a professional help to reduce your performance anxiety and find better ways to cope with the stress.
Treatment for Loss of Libido
Now this is a problem which is faced by both men and women. There is a certain time in life when they usually experience this. Depending on the cause, there are a few choices of treatment like healthier lifestyle choices (good diet, regular exercising, enough sleep, less alcohol consumption, etc.) help a lot to treat low libido levels.
Besides that, doctors might suggest change in medications, if the one you’re taking is ineffective. Counseling, once again can help the couple to understand things better. This helps to break the barriers and helps in increasing libido levels.
Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction
This is another very common sexual problem faced by men. After the examinations, the doctor decide the form of treatment. Firstly, there is oral medications like Sildenafil (Viagra), Tadalafil (Adcirca, Cialis), Vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn), Avanafil (Stendra).
Secondly, penis pumps (pumps over the penis to create vaccum that pulls blood there), implants and surgeries (surgically placing inflatable and malleable devices) can be used, if medications are not effective.
Psychological counselling is an effective way to treat erectile dysfunction, if it is caused by stress or anxiety.