Sexual Problems

At any point in the sexual response cycle, issues with sexual dysfunction & problems might arise. It robs you of the pleasure that comes from intercourse.

Stresses of daily life may lead to sexual dysfunction at any age. Sexual drive may be affected by exhaustion from demanding work or caring for children under 18. It’s possible that you’ve become tired of your current sexual routine.

Overall, sexual problems may negatively impact one’s quality of life and serve as a precursor to a more serious medical or psychological issue.

Symptoms

In  men:

• Erection failure (hard penis) inability to produce or sustain an erection (erectile dysfunction)
• Despite adequate sexual excitement, there is no or delayed ejaculation (retarded ejaculation)
• Inability to regulate ejaculatory time (early or premature ejaculation)

In females:

• The inability to have sex 
• Inadequate lubrication of the vagina before and during sexual activity
• A lack of capacity to sufficiently relax the vaginal muscles to allow for sexual activity

In both sexes:

• Lack of sexual desire or interest
• Pain during sexual activity

Treatment

Your doctor will work with you to treat any underlying medical issues that may be contributing to your dysfunction. It’s typical for hormone imbalance to be a contributing factor. Hormone treatment is available to both men and women to help them regain their sexual function. Increasing the flow of blood to the penis is possible with medications such as Viagra (generic name sildenafil). Medicines that may be interfering with your sex life may be potentially substituted by a new drug prescribed by your doctor.