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Loss of Libido

Loss of libido commonly affects 20-40% of menopausal women

Loss of libido

A loss of libido during menopause is a complex phenomonen which means a woman experiences a reduction or lack of interest and desire in sexual activity.

What causes a loss of libido during menopause?

In most cases, a lower libido during menopause is due to decreased hormone levels. A decrease in estrogen, progesterone and testosterone production can negatively impact a woman’s desire for sex. These decreased hormone levels can lead to vaginal dryness and tightness, which can cause pain during sex. Estrogen in particular plays a vital role in female sexuality by increasing sensations, assisting in the production of vaginal lubrication, and maintaining the health of vaginal tissue.

Other causes of libido loss during menopause

Physical (sexual disfunction, pain-related issues), psychological (stress, fatigue, changes in self esteem and body image), and relationship issues (changes in partner’s health or availability, lack of communciation with partner) can also contribute to a loss of libido. Menopause symptoms such as depression, mood swings, weight gain and hot flushes can also make a woman less interested in sex.

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Post-menopause


This is the time when menstruation is well and truly over, the ovaries have stopped producing high levels of sex hormones and for many ladies, perimenopause symptoms subside.

Estrogen has protective qualities and the diminished levels mean organs such as your brain, heart and bones become more vulnerable. It’s also a key lubricant so your lips may become drier, your joints less supple and your vagina might be drier. In addition, your thyroid, digestion, insulin, cortisol and weight may alter.

At this juncture, a woman might experience an increase in the signs of reduced estrogen but she should have a decrease of perimenopause symptoms. That said, some women will experience symptoms like hot flushes for years or even the rest of their lives.

Perimenopause

Peri = ‘near’

Most females begin to experience the symptoms of perimenopause in their mid-forties. Your progesterone levels decline from your mid-30s but it’s generally from around 40 that the rest of your sex hormones begin to follow suit. 

Perimenopause is a different experience for every woman and some women may barely notice it. The first indicators are usually changes to the monthly cycle. This means that for some ladies, this can be accompanied by things like sore breasts, mood swings, weight gain around the belly, and fatigue as time goes on.

For those with symptoms it can be a challenging time physically, mentally and emotionally.

Importantly, perimenopause lasts – on average – four to 10 years. The transition is usually a gradual process and many women enter perimenopause without realising.