What women can do to improve their sex drives after menopause?

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Some women encounter a range of symptoms during menopause that seem to work together to cause a decrease in sexual drive. For anyone who has enjoyed a healthy and fulfilling sex life up to this point, an experience like this can be traumatic to say the least. It can also take its toll on an intimate relationship as a partner may not understand what is happening. There are several ways that women can take steps to improve their sex drives, even if menopause is treating them badly. By understanding the physical changes that may be contributing to the problem and learning about available treatments, women are equipped to take on the challenge and reclaim their enjoyment of intimacy.

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How menopause can diminish the sex drive?

During the onset of menopause, decreases in estrogen can lead to a hormonal imbalance that is most often the culprit for the majority of the symptoms. Estrogen helps to keep the tissues of the vaginal area smooth and elastic. It also aids in the production of lubricants during sexual intercourse. When there is not enough estrogen to get the job done, vaginal atrophy can occur. This results in a thinning of the vaginal walls which makes the tissue more fragile. In addition to this, a lack of vaginal secretions can result in vaginal dryness. The combination of these conditions is responsible for painful sex, also known as dyspareunia. When left untreated, the thought of painful sex can cause a decrease in the desire for sexual intimacy.

Emotional disturbances can also contribute to a lack of sex drive. Some women feel as though they are not as attractive to their partners when they can no longer conceive and bear children. Often symptoms include mood swings, irritability, anxiety and depression. These are real libido killers. When left untreated, the new habits formed during this time can become permanent.

Women who have a decreased sexual drive can take steps to revitalize their sexual desires by first determining what issues are to blame. If vaginal dryness or pain is the issue, there are over the counter lubricants available to stop the pain and discomfort. Eating foods that are rich in phytoestrogens can also help to restore hormonal balances that can improve vaginal tissue elasticity and moisture.

When emotional issues are a part of the problem, talking with a friend, or seeking the advice of a professional counselor can help women to gain a healthier perspective on their self-worth and sexuality. Talking with a partner about this can also be helpful in some cases.

Some other ways to spark that old feeling are to get a sexy new nightie, or perhaps manicure, pedicure, makeover or hairstyle. Treat yourself like the sexy lady that you are. These are all things that can help you to regain your sex drive. If these do not do the trick, it may be time to take the next step and start using natural hormone balancing supplements.

Effective forms of help are available

There is a wide variety of over the counter supplements that will help to rev up your sex drive. Natural therapies can help to restore hormonal balances and also address the issues created by menopause. Vaginal dryness and painful sex, any lingering hot flashes or night sweats, insomnia and emotional ups and downs are successfully treated through the use of natural hormone like substances found in certain plants.

Conclusion

There are many things that a woman can do to improve her sex drive. When the ravages of menopause are the cause, it’s time to fight back. There are several over the counter products that can help ease the pain of vaginal dryness so sex is no longer uncomfortable. In addition, women need to feel beautiful and sexy, so go out and pamper yourself. Treat yourself and your partner to a sexy new nightie and pick up where you left off before menopause put your sexual desire on hold.

If your efforts are not enough to stimulate your menopausal sexual desire, go to your natural health food store and find a supplement such as Profemin that are rich with ingredients which help improve your health. These can stimulate your body to function in ways that it did before you started the process of menopause. There is no good reason to continue living without your libido.

Churchill Otieno
Churchill Otieno, holds a degree in Communications and Public Relations. He is an accomplished independent researcher, experienced, professional writer based in Chicago, IL past Mombasa, Kenya. He is an author and publisher for Consumer Health Digest - Joint Pain Center category since 2013. He has an additional credentials in health and lifestyle fitness. He has been writing articles on health for more than two years with interest on bone, joint health, arthritis, osteoarthritis etc. He is also a contributor to healthcentral.com and many other popular websites. His mission is to educate, empower and advocate people whose lives have changed due to arthritis joint pain. He also strive to support the families and caregivers as they learn how to advocate and care for the afflicted person.