Sexual Dysfunction - Northwest Indiana OB/GYN Dr. Yessenow Helps Women

The lack of sex drive and inability to get sexually aroused when participating in intercourse is what most women term as sexual dysfunction. Both these factors could be more a result of dissatisfaction than a disorder.

Some other symptoms of this disorder include the inability to climax or achieve orgasm, diminished blood flow to or dryness of the vagina, an aversion to sex due to any traumatic experience.

Causes of Sexual Dysfunction - Northwest Indiana

Organic causes of sexual dysfunction stem from medical conditions such as diminished blood flow to the pelvic region or damage to nerves in the area. As embarrassing and stressful as the situation might be, the organic causes are treatable and can effectively restore your sex drive to normalcy.

Due to lack of proper or comprehensive knowledge about the subject, there are many loose definitions regarding what causes this condition. Some wrongly blame it on their monthly cycle and the associated hormonal fluctuations. Yes, your cycle does play havoc with your libido; however, it does not result in sexual dysfunction.

Other causes include:

  • High levels of stress
  • Depression
  • Performance anxiety
  • Addiction, especially alcohol and smoking
  • Major illness
  • A negative body image
  • Hysterectomy or any surgery near the abdomen or the reproductive – urinary area

Sexual Dysfunction: Munster OB/GYN Dr. Yessenow, Diagnoses the Problem

To ascertain whether it is a sexual aversion or real medical condition which is causing it, your physician will have a thorough consultation with you.

Sexual Dysfunction: Munster OB/GYN Dr. Yessenow, Offers Treatments

Depending upon the underlying cause, this condition could be treated in three different ways.

Education about the Female Anatomy

    • If it is a psychological cause, your physician may educate both you and your spouse about the sexual anatomy and ways and techniques of arousal, troubleshooting your doubts and errors. Talking and counseling about the actual act of sex, foreplay and intercourse.

    Hormonal Replacement Therapy (HRT)

      • If your hormonal levels are low or are fluctuating, your physician may advise hormonal replacement therapy. This will restore the hormones that may have got affected due to reasons such as surgery or age related issues such as menopause.

      Topical Treatments

        • For women suffering from it due to diminished blood flow, sometimes a topical cream or gel would do the trick of restoring your sex drive.However, in case of serious medical issues like nerve damage, a surgery might be recommended.

        Feeling shy and embarrassed to discuss your sexual dysfunction? Northwest Indiana patients can schedule counseling and a consultation with Dr. Yessenow today.