Low libido is common in women but rare in men, as Dr. David Delvin of Netdoctor.co.uk explains. A woman's sexual desire naturally fluctuates over the years, according to MayoClinic.com. Both psychological and physical causes contribute to this problem. No quick fixes can make this better, but a number of medications and treatments may improve your sex drive over a period of time. While the following suggestions may prove effective for you, always consult with your doctor first.
Step 1
Find and treat underlying medical conditions. In some cases, medical conditions or medications are to blame for a low libido. Treating the condition, changing the medication or the dose of the medication is usually the first medical intervention, according to MayoClinic.com.
Step 2
Begin estrogen therapy. Increasing your estrogen levels can positively affect mood factors responsible for sexual response, and can increase blood flow to the vagina to increase desire. Estrogen therapy comes in the form of pills, patches, gels, vaginal creams and suppositories.
Step 3
Talk to your doctor about testosterone therapy. Testosterone, while primarily a male hormone, plays a large role in female sexual function, explains MayoClinic.com. It is important to note testosterone replacement is controversial and not approved by the FDA for sexual dysfunction in women. This treatment, should your doctor choose to administer it, appears most effective in women with low testosterone levels due to removal of their ovaries.
Step 4
Discuss the possibility of erection drugs. Popular erection drugs doctors prescribe for men may also help you, although not to the same degree. These drugs may increase blood flow locally to the vagina and clitoris for a few hours, but have no long-term effect in treating low libido.
Step 5
Talk to a sex therapist. Speaking with a professional sex therapist or counselor may help you address any concerns you have about your lack of sex drive. The therapist can recommend reading materials and couples' exercises for you to try, while educating you about various sexual techniques.
