Hormones have a significant impact on our sexual desire, especially reproductive hormones like testosterone and estrogen. In women, estrogen enhances arousal and vaginal lubrication, driving an interest in sex and making it more pleasurable. Without adequate levels of estrogen, such as in menopause, women can experience vaginal dryness and discomfort, which makes it harder to enjoy sex. Similarly, testosterone plays a major role in sex drive, especially for men. When men’s testosterone levels are low, they can experience a reduced libido and erectile dysfunction, decreasing interest in sex.
However, hormones aren’t the only cause behind a low libido, nor are these the only two hormones at play. Hormone therapy may be part of our libido treatment in Glenview, but we go several steps further by looking at your lifestyle, physical health, mental well-being, and more.
