Low Sexual Desire in Men
For men who have a low sexual drive, treatment is available.
Most doctors and women see men as some sexual driven automaton but one man in five has a low sexual drive. Some men had almost rather do anything than have sex. Who knew? I never met a man like that but the book, ” The Journal of Sexual Medicine” says so, so it must be true. Why don’t we ever hear that side of the story you might ask. I certainly wanted to know because I know nothing of the breed. They say many women hear the same old excuse every night, “Not now dear, I had a bad day. You know that women are accused of this but I didn’t know it applied to men as well. Sex researcher Irwin Goldstein, MD says most people think it’s a rare occurrence but in fact about 30% of women say they have more interest in sex than their husbands.
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Goldstein says age plays a role in it, but like most things sex drives vary as it does in other human traits. Some people are driven to sexual addiction while others have a very low sexual appetite. Most people fall in the middle of those ranges. Stress,relationship problems, and mental disorders are among some things that can effect the sex drive. Disease such as high blood pressure, diabetes,high cholesterol, and even hair growth medication can be a negative. Low testosterone levels can also be the culprit. In cases of low testosterone men can take testosterone supplements. About 25% of men suffering from a low sex drive take weekly injections. Some opt for skin patches or jell applied to the skin.
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The brains messaging center is intimately related to the sexual drive and one of those messengers is dopamine. Goldstein says dopamine stimulating drugs have increased sexual desire. But each individual case could require different treatment because there are so many different causes.
If the cause is psychological, sex therapy can offer help for regaining the sex drive. If low dopamine is the problem, dopamine increasing drugs might be prescribed, although this treatment is not yet approved by the FDA. There is a study being done on women with low sexual desire. Goldstein thinks the drug has promise, and if it is approved for women, it will likely be tested in men. The real choice is if these drugs work, Is he ready to take on sexual intimacy with his partner?
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Pinaki Ghosh | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Very interesting article.
chris73 | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
My opinion if that in most cases stress is the key. I put a very low persentage to the others. A relaxed happy man will not meet such problems most times. But how easily today you can find those men?
James DeVere | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
An ant colony started producing females only. The scientist examining it realised that the colony had a 50% evoloutionary chance of survival. That’s twice as many females – in fact ONLY females – the Queen produces only girls.
Also, with humans. Why are there so many girls being born? Another species of African moles are producing only females. One hypothesis is that men are becoming exticnt.
I posit that men are dying out and the future of the human race is female. God, just look at Bjork’s Robot Video!
Thank-you again for the insights. j
Francois Hagnere | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
I quite agree with my friend Chris, he is absolutely right. Stress is the key and also society, depending on where you live and on your sexual orientations.
ken bultman | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
If the woman is sexy, the man will be …..if he’s otherwise healthy.
My security string has “nuk”….made me think of nookie
Deep Blue | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
I agree to Chris…the world nowadays is a stressful haven that even if you get all the inspiration to make a successful stand all night, you rather regret the consequence when you realize how vulnerable you are fighting all those germs without a shield but your naked butt exposed. Very informative.
DA Cournean | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Very interesting article Ruby.
Lostash | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Stress, boredom and picking the wrong partner must all be factors in this equation. Even in these liberal days, it’s a subject that some people cannot discuss, even between themselves.
Unofre Pili | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Interesting article maam, fortunately my desire is good. Lol.
richard reed | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
great write Ruby! I think when 1 fogets the chemistry, that they have with their mate..they lose desire..which some say is stress I say Its lack of involvement..maybe time to get more creative in the bedroom to keep the spice scenting the room..meaning less excuses and more play…nice work as always my friend,,,stay blessed..your fan..Rich
Jenny Heart | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Many couple need help. Like i said couples. Many people think it’s mainly a problem that women suffer from. People who do have this problem need to seek help. Great writing!
Joe Dorish | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Many male athletes who take testosterone find that their own bodies will then stop producing it and they cannot have sex. So then they take female hormones to get their bodies to produce testosterone again. That is at the extreme but low sexual desire is heavily influenced by our chemicals and things like stress change our chemical levels.
richard wing | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
It’s stereo-typical but in truth men are too macho and virily prouder amongst their male friends, rather than risk to sad ugly truth that someone may know…..there are effective meds out now that cure these types of issues….I HEARD ANYWAY! nicely written piece and informative!
Daisy Peasblossom | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Diet, work load, stress, custom…all can play a part. And not just for guys, I might add. It’s just that with the fellas, faking it just isn’t an option.
NA Staffieri | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Nice article, Ruby. Sometimes, low sex drive in married men can be a sign of deeper relationship problems with their spouse. There is help for that. But the first step is identifying that the problem exists.
Hopefully, us men will be more comfortable with revealing these issues with professionals who can provide the necessary aid.
Ruby Hawk | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Thank you my friends, Iknow this is a sensitive subject and many have to deal with it, sometimes due to health and stress among other problems. There are as many reasons as there are people. Thank you for your comments and your support. Ruby
PR Mace | Jun 13, 2009 | Reply
Well researched and well written. Thank godness for medication when we need it. And just my two cents on more female babies. I am seeing it. I was the only girl in my family of four and my husband and I had one of each. My son has three daughters, my nephews have only daughters but my neice finally had a boy. But without our men where will we be? Now that is a question.
Duff D Moss | Jun 14, 2009 | Reply
I aint saying nothing on the grounds that I may incriminate myself
Seriously though – I know of a few blokes like this.
Southgate | Jun 14, 2009 | Reply
Very informative article.Thank you
Ruby Hawk | Jun 14, 2009 | Reply
Folks, I have three sons, three grandsons, and two granddaughters. I’m going to count and see if we have more females in our extended family but I believe we have more males.
Mary Patricia Bird | Jun 14, 2009 | Reply
And then there are those who would rather be golfing. :p
kate smedley | Jun 15, 2009 | Reply
A friend of mine had this problem, I think men find this very difficult to talk about (understandably) so there’s a lack of awarness about it. Well written and sensitive article.
CutestPrincess | Jun 15, 2009 | Reply
nice article ruby, very informative!