Decreased Libido
Reclaim Your Feminine Flame
Why Choose Southern Urogynecology Wellness and Aesthetics for Decreased Libido Treatment?
For many women, a healthy libido is essential to a full and satisfying life. For women who have experienced a decrease in libido, women’s health specialist Dr. Andrea Pezzella offers a uniquely expert and personalized experience in Columbia, South Carolina. Using a variety of precision-based, technologically advanced solutions, Dr. Pezzella takes a compassionate approach to helping women address intimate concerns for long-lasting relief and satisfaction. Learn more about the decreased libido treatments we offer, and schedule your private consultation with Dr. Pezzella at Southern Urogynecology Wellness and Aesthetics.
Decreased Libido Treatment at a Glance:
- Minimal downtime
- Versatile treatment
- Non-surgical options
- Address multiple concerns simultaneously
- Restore and maintain your youthful sex drive and satisfaction
Take Back Your Sexual Power
What is decreased libido?
A decreased libido in the simplest definition is known as HSDD, Hypoactive (low) Sexual Desire Disorder. However, sex, as we all know, is never simple. It can be complicated, especially when you’re a female who has noticed something could be off with her sex drive. Hypoactive (low) Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is the most common form of female sexual dysfunction. It’s a medical condition, which is characterized by a lack of interest in sex that’s causing personal frustration or distress.
Studies have shown that there is a chemical imbalance in the brain that can affect desire for women with HSDD. In those studies, when women were exposed to sexual cues, brains with HSDD didn’t activate for the sexual experience. There is the potential that these women weren’t able to process these positive sexual experiences the same way as the women without HSDD.
What are the symptoms of Decreased Libido in Women?
Symptoms of HSDD include, but are not limited to:
- You experience low sexual desire no matter the type of sexual activity.
- Your level of sexual desire or interest in sex has decreased.
- Your lower sexual desire or lower interest in sex is bothering you.
- You were satisfied in the past with your level of sexual desire or interest in sex but no longer are.
It’s estimated that HSDD affects 1 in 10 women today. That’s millions of our sisters, friends, moms, and partners— yet this could very well be the first time you’re hearing about it. Somehow, the most common form of female sexual dysfunction is the least talked about. If you think this could be you, talk to Dr. Pezzella and her team about HSDD today. There are options…and we have them!
What causes decreased libido in women?
Women's sex drive can be affected by a wide range of factors, from medical conditions to mental health and lifestyle factors. Here are some common causes of decreased libido in women:
- Hormonal fluctuations: This can happen during pregnancy, breastfeeding, menopause, or due to conditions like PCOS.
- Medical conditions: Chronic illnesses, diabetes, and even UTIs can impact libido.
- Medications: Certain antidepressants and birth control pills can be a culprit.
- Mental health: Stress, anxiety, and depression can significantly dampen desire.
- Relationship issues: Lack of intimacy, communication problems, or past sexual trauma can affect libido.
- Lifestyle factors: Fatigue, lack of sleep, smoking, and excessive alcohol can all play a role.
Sexual dysfunction in women can be a result of gynecological conditions. Learn more about conditions that can contribute to concerns about loss of libido.
Complex Solutions for Precise Treatment
What are the treatments for Decreased Libido in women?
Because it can come from a broad range of causes, treating decreased libido in women requires an individualized approach. Depending on the underlying cause of your symptoms, treatment options may include:
- Addressing the Root Cause: If a medical condition or medication is the culprit, your doctor might recommend treatment or a medication switch.
- Lifestyle Changes: Prioritizing sleep, managing stress, exercising regularly, and quitting smoking can significantly improve your overall well-being and potentially boost libido.
- Communication and Counseling: Talking openly with your partner about sexual needs and desires can be very helpful. Sex therapy or couples counseling can address underlying relationship issues impacting intimacy.
- Hormone Therapy: For women experiencing hormonal fluctuations due to menopause or other conditions, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen or testosterone (in some cases) can be an option.
- Medications: For premenopausal women with low libido, prescription medication may offer a direct solution.
- Energy-Based Therapies: MonaLisa Touch, ThermiVa, EmSella, or similar therapies using lasers or energy may be used for vaginal dryness, which can sometimes improve sexual function.
- O-Shot: In addition to our energy-based treatments, the O-Shot can increase sexual desire and satisfaction by injecting PRP, a concentrated amount of your body’s natural growth factors, into the vulva and vagina to increase blood flow and cellular regeneration.
Remember, this is just a general overview. During your consultation, Dr. Pezzella or one of our other highly qualified providers will help you identify the source of your concerns and walk you through all of your options to help you create your personalized treatment plan.
Comprehensive Support
What conditions do decreased libido treatments address?
With far-reaching effects, our libido-enhancing treatments offer the ability to address multiple concerns simultaneously. Beyond their ability to increase sexual desire, our women’s wellness treatments can improve such concerns as:
- Vaginal laxity
- Vaginal dryness
- A weak pelvic floor
- Urinary incontinence
- Reduced sexual satisfaction
Confident & Fulfilled
What are the benefits of decreased libido treatment?
In addition to increasing or restoring your libido, these treatments can enhance vaginal lubrication, elasticity, and other concerns. Depending on the details of your treatment, you can also achieve improved pelvic floor strength, improved hormonal balance (and all of the associated benefits), and improved overall sexual wellness and satisfaction. With wide-ranging potential benefits and improved quality of life, boosting your libido can help you live more confidently and fully.
Treatment Designed for You
Am I a candidate for decreased libido treatment?
While each individual’s needs are unique, we offer an extensive menu of women’s health treatments to ensure each patient receives the best possible, personalized care. If you are experiencing a low or decreased libido, Dr. Pezzella likely offers an ideal treatment option for you. During your consultation, she will assess your concerns and medical history to determine which treatment or combination of treatments can deliver your best results and overall experience.
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A Smooth & Satisfying Experience
Decreased Libido Treatment Recovery
While the details of your treatment will depend on your specific treatment plan, our non-surgical options generally allow for little or no downtime. For our energy-based treatments, you should expect to abstain from intercourse for several days to allow for optimal healing and results. However, patients are typically able to return to work and other daily activities right away.
Restore a Healthy Sex Drive
Decreased Libido Treatment Results
While, in some cases, you may notice improvements within a week, most therapies deliver optimal results within about three months, as this is the amount of time it takes for cellular turnover to occur. During the planning phase of your treatment, Dr. Pezzella will provide you with clear details so that you will know what to expect throughout every step.
Treatment for Decreased Libido
Frequently Asked Questions
It is normal for sex drive to fluctuate in women. However, any noticeable or lasting change in libido may require treatment. Even in menopause, when a loss of libido is considered normal, there are options for improving hormonal balance to restore and maintain a full and satisfying life.
The most advantageous treatment for you will depend on a variety of factors, such as medical history, concerns, goals, and personal preferences. Dr. Pezzella will be happy to answer all of your questions to ensure you receive the best solution for your needs.
In general, energy-based treatments like MonaLisa Touch trigger faster results than other methods. For some patients, combination therapy can be used to achieve fast improvements as well as address underlying chronic conditions.
If you notice that your sex drive or overall desire has consistently decreased, you may be experiencing a low libido.
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