Lack of sex drive in men

Lack of libido in men (the causes of the problem and its treatment are described below) are perceived by some people as a problem, while others believe that this is quite natural, because everyone has the right not to want something. But in fact, the constant lack of sexual desire is not the norm and this phenomenon can hide a serious problem.

Causes of decreased libido

The main reasons for a decrease in libido (sexual desire) in men are associated with natural age-related changes in the body. But every year more and more young men turn to doctors with complaints of a decreased desire to enter into an intimate relationship. Why do men under 50 lose their sex drive?

The main factors provoking a decrease in libido in men are:

• unstable psycho-emotional state of a man;
• the presence of diseases in acute or chronic form;
• hormonal imbalance;
• the effect of pharmacological agents;
• drug and alcohol use.

In most cases, low libido is only symptomatic, not the problem itself.

Psychological factor

A man in a state of constant psychological stress may experience problems with arousal. Even a small family quarrel can lead to the fact that on this day, the man will not have the craving for intercourse.

It should be noted that quite often the problem is born small. At first, the man experienced stress and libido decreased, then he experienced stress against the background of decreased sexual desire, the problem is gaining volume like a snowball. The correct solution to this problem would be to contact a psychotherapist even before the problem takes on a global scale and it will take a lot of time to solve it.

Also, some experts claim that problems in the intimate sphere can be caused not only by real-time experiences, but also by psychological trauma from childhood or unsuccessful relationships with parents in adolescence.

Diseases of a chronic or acute course

Chronic or acute illnesses most often lead to the fact that a man experiences certain problems in the intimate sphere.

The most common problems are:

• obesity;
• lesion of the central nervous system;
• childhood illnesses;
• anemia;
• pathological conditions of the cardiovascular system;
• pathological processes in the liver;
• prostatitis;
• diabetes mellitus;
• hypothyroidism;
• diseases of the male genital organs.

To restore normal sexual desire, you need to get rid of the existing problem.

Disrupted hormone levels

A change in testosterone levels up or down from the normal range leads to the disappearance of sexual desire. Changes in hormonal levels can occur as a result of certain diseases, most often it is a malfunction of the thyroid or prostate gland.

With the use of hormonal drugs, changes in sexual desire can also be observed. It should be noted that in most cases, the problem with a decrease in libido does not stop after the end of the medication intake and an additional course of treatment is necessary.

It should be noted that an irregular sex life also leads to problems in the intimate sphere. It is advisable for a man to have at least 1 intercourse per week.

Symptoms

Symptoms of such a manifestation as low libido are manifested by single or systematic violations of erectile functions during intercourse, unwillingness to have an intimate relationship or a complete aversion to sexual intercourse.

Also, a man has symptoms such as:

• feeling tired;
• apathy;
• mood swings;
• general weakness.

Also, with the ailment under consideration, signs of testicular dysfunction are noticeable, which can lead to weight gain (fat deposits are distributed mainly in the thighs and buttocks), a decrease in the volume of hair on the body, as well as an increase in the timbre of the voice.

It should be noted that in addition to the listed manifestations, there are other symptoms of the disease, which will signal the underlying ailment. In some cases, the symptoms of low libido are practically absent, and the only sign of the problem in question is a reluctance to enter into intimate relationships.

Therapeutic Techniques

If sexual desire systematically disappears, you must immediately visit a specialist. The earlier therapy is started, the faster positive results will be obtained.

Therapy should be carried out in a comprehensive manner and consist of:

• normalization of the diet;
• healthy lifestyle;
• drug therapy or traditional medicine.

An integrated approach to restoring libido may not show results if the problem is associated with a congenital pathology or caused by a psychological factor.

Healthy lifestyle

In order to be able to lead a full sex life, a man must comply with the following rules:

• continuous night sleep for at least 8 hours a day;
• moderate daily exercise;
• quitting bad habits;
• daily stay in the fresh air for at least 1 hour.

If these rules are followed, some men may experience a significant increase in sexual desire without consuming additional pharmacological agents.

Diet

In order for a man to always be ready to have an intimate relationship, he should include in his diet foods high in vitamins A, C, D and E, as well as trace elements such as phosphorus.

A man's menu should include the following products:

• lean meats;
• fresh fruits and vegetables;
• seafood;
• eggs;
• honey;
• milk;
• beef liver;
• rose hips;
• nuts;
• beans;
• various cereals.

With the correct preparation of the diet, a man loses excess weight, which also has a beneficial effect on his sex life. If the selected diet provokes additional weight gain, you should discuss this with your doctor.

Pharmaceuticals

Drug therapy is primarily aimed at normalizing the hormonal levels of men. Hormonal drugs are prescribed only after testing.

Plant-based products such as:

There are many other drugs that almost instantly stimulate sexual desire, but their use should be discussed with the attending physician, since they all have contraindications, as well as an allergic reaction is possible when using them.

Traditional medicine

Traditional methods of increasing sex drive is the use of infusions, juices or decoctions from the following herbal ingredients:

• ginger;
• blueberries;
• rosemary;
• juniper;
• sage;
• laurel leaf;
• celery;
• parsley;
• linden;
• radiola pink;
• scarlet.

The use of these ingredients can be replaced by the use of herbal medicines, which include:

If libido in men has disappeared, complex treatment should be carried out as soon as possible, since the problem can lead to impotence. It should be remembered that some diseases can only be eliminated by surgery.

Preventive methods

You can prevent a decrease in libido if you follow certain recommendations of experts:

• compulsory daily intimate hygiene;
• a healthy lifestyle and proper nutrition;
• maintaining a healthy relationship with your partner;
• systematic preventive examination by specialists.

Fear and shyness about men's health are unnecessary. To have a healthy sexual relationship, you need to see a doctor, noticing a decrease in sexual activity and treat all existing diseases of other organs.