There are several factors which can be attributed to the reasons behind the loss or decrease in men's libido. Stress, anxiety, medications, poor health, and aging are few factors that can create problems for men's sexuality, but the biggest cause of declining sexual drive in males is the declining level of Testosterone in the body. With the decline of the testosterone levels in the body, the desire for sex and intimacy also gets reduced. Also, alcohol, nicotine, few over the counter medications, can contribute to erectile dysfunction and a lack of libido.
It must also be noted that sex drive (libido) varies greatly among men and different men find different degrees of libido satisfactory. The diagnosis of decreased libido is usually based on the man's description of his symptoms. Your doctor may ask for a blood test to measure the level of testosterone in the blood.
There are four types of sexual dysfunction, which include decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders, and infertility. Low or decreased libido is caused due to primary or secondary hypogonadism.
If the cause of low libido in men is psychologic, various psychologic therapies, including behavioral therapies, such as the sensate focus technique can help. Counseling can help address relationship issues. Men should also understand the role of stress and its impact on physical function. If the testosterone level is low, testosterone medications can be given, usually in form of a patch or gel which is applied to the skin or as an injection. If a medicine appears to be the cause, a doctor can often try treating the man with a different medicine.
Sildenafil and alprostadil are the only two agents recommended for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. These agents should only be utilized in patients with erectile dysfunction. The agents should not be use in conjunction with another erectile dysfunction agent.
