Q: I am a 44-year old woman and I have been married to my husband for 15 years. In the past, we were very sexually active. For many years, we were doing it very frequently and sex was great. Recently, however, sex has been feeling different for me. We don’t do it as often anymore, but when we do, I do not get aroused. I always feel dry and sex has become very painful. Don’t get me wrong, I think my husband is a swell guy. I don’t think I can get aroused with any other man. I feel it’s my body not cooperating with me.
A: It could be possible that what you are experiencing is due to some sexual disorder or libido dysfunction. If that is the case, you shouldn’t be worried because this is a common among women who hit the age of 40 and there are many forms of treatments you can avail to help your condition.
Loss of libido is common in women your age, but quite rare in men. According to the American Medical Association, several million American women suffer from what doctors call 'female sexual arousal disorder' (FSAD). Many of these women have no real problems in achieving orgasms but rather, have very low libido and have no real interest in sex.
We suggest that woman with libido dysfunctions should consult with their doctors before prescribing to any form of drug. Communicating personal information with your physician can help determine the cause of your condition and can aid in the proper determination of the therapy necessary to cure it. Family planning clinic doctors are highly recommended in this field as they have the training needed to understand this condition.
In 2001, the Desire Cream was released in the British market to battle symptoms of low libido. This cream contains ingredients similar to wintergreen which when applied to the clitoris produces a tingly sensation that is supposed to increase the sexual sensation of a woman. Although it has made little impact on British medicine, many variations of this kind of treatment are being developed and many women continue to prescribe to them.
In 2001, the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a device called the EROS for treating low sexual desire. This gadget is used on the clitoris to apply suction to it. Each unit is estimated to cost around £200 in Europe. Currently though, online markets sell them for as low as £20 to £30. There is little evidence on the usefulness of this technique and they are also invasive, so be careful when using this method.
Erection drugs like Viagra are sometimes prescribed to women with low libido. There is, however, little evidence on the effectiveness of this product when taken by women. There are claims, nevertheless, that the drug can help increase blood flow to the vagina and clitoris for a few hours and in some cases, can help the increase lubrication around the female genital area. It must be noted, though, that these drugs are not licensed for use in women. Again be careful with these products. Consult your doctor before prescribing to them.
Hormones are the most effective treatment to libido dysfunctions, particularly testosterone. Clinical evidence show that testosterone creams can do wonders in treating low sexual desire. Testosterone creams are prescribed by doctors to control the condition, particularly for women who have had undergone surgery which lead to early menopause.
We strongly encourage you to try Andro-Feme Testosterone Cream. Not only is it effective, it is very safe to use particularly for women with libido conditions. This product has gone through rigid testing and is the only government-approved testosterone in the market.
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