Low Libido
Low libido means reduced interest in sex. This can come from hormones, poor sleep, mood symptoms, relationship strain, chronic illness, or side effects from medication.
Symptoms
Lower interest in sex, fewer sexual thoughts, distress about reduced desire, and reduced intimacy.
Causes and risk
Low testosterone, depression, anxiety, sleep apnea, medication effects (especially antidepressants), chronic pain, and relationship stress.
How it is evaluated
Evaluation looks at testosterone, stress, depression, sleep, medications, substance use, and relationship factors.
Treatment
Treatment may include hormone evaluation, sleep treatment, stress reduction, medication changes, counseling, or treatment of medical disease.
When to seek care
Seek care when reduced interest in sex is persistent, distressing, or affecting your relationship.