5 Things You Need to Know About Lack of Sex Drive in Males

1. Lack of Sex Drive Can be A Serious Relationship Issue

A man's diminished sex drive can be real poison in a relationship. If you're the one with the sexual desire problem, you need to explore the possible causes. A visit to your doctor is a good way to start. Stress is also a major cause of sexual disinterest, so learn how to manage the stress in your life. Most important, reassure your partner that this isn't about you losing interest in her.

2. Psychological and Emotional Factors Can Cause Loss of Sex Drive in Men

Depression, stress, poor sleep, anger, conflicts in a relationship, and infidelity are some of the more common reasons a man may lose his sex drive, at least temporarily. Many people are unaware of the possible effect of depression on sex drive, and this can cause strife in a relationship if the other person thinks that the depressed partner is attracted to another person or has lost interest in her.

3. Physical Illness Can Cause Diminished Sex Drive in Men

Among the physical illnesses that cause a loss of sex drive in men are diabetes, heart disease, chronic pain conditions, and Parkinson's disease. In addition, some of the medications used to treat these conditions can further diminish libido (another name for sex drive) or cause a separate problem, erectile dysfunction.

4. Low Testosterone Levels may be Responsible for Lack of Sex Drive in Men

About 25% of men may have testosterone levels that are on the low side. Fortunately, this is insignificant for most men, and they have no symptoms associated with low testosterone. Overall, about 6% of men have testosterone levels that are low enough to cause symptoms. Loss of sex drive, erectile dysfunction, bone thinning, depression, lethargy, and physical decline are the most common symptoms of low testosterone. Testosterone replacement therapy is available and effective, but very few men are really candidates for it.

5. It's a Mistake to Confuse Lack of Sex Drive with Erectile Dysfunction

Men are susceptible to several different, common sexual problems, but they have different causes and outcomes, and they are treated differently. It?s especially important to understand the difference between lack of libido and erectile dysfunction, or ED. Men with ED usually have a strong, undiminished sex drive. They have difficulty getting or maintaining an erection, however, because of circulatory or nerve problems. Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra are the drugs used most often to treat men with ED. Be aware that ED can be the first symptom of cardiovascular disease. Talk to your doctor about this. Men with a lack of libido may, in fact, be able to sustain a robust erection once aroused. For whatever reason, their sex drive is low.