Many men with low libido feel embarrassed due to stigma and cultural expectations. But it’s a common problem, affecting about 1 in 5 men.
If you’ve lost interest in sex or lack the drive you once had, you don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. Various therapies, including testosterone replacement, can help restore your libido and sex life.
At Vitality Center of Charlotte, in Charlotte, North Carolina, hormone replacement specialists Michael Trombley, MD, and Richard Boulware, PA-C, regularly counsel men on low libido.
Read on if you’re concerned about your sexual health and want to take steps to improve it.
Low libido, or low sex drive, refers to a persistent lack of interest in sex or sexual activities. It’s a common condition that affects people of all ages, particularly men 45 and older.
After age 30, a man’s testosterone production declines by about 1% each year, a drop that doesn’t always cause symptoms. However, for some men, it results in a noticeable decline in sexual appetite, affecting their confidence, relationships, and quality of life.
Common signs of low libido include:
Occasional changes in sexual interest aren’t necessarily a concern, but identifying an underlying cause is important if these feelings last several months.
Men can experience low libido for various reasons, including:
Lifestyle factors can also contribute to low libido. For example, lack of exercise, poor diet, and alcohol consumption can all affect your sex drive and ability to get or keep an erection.
Ask us about a men’s sexual health evaluation if you experience low libido that lasts three months or longer. That’s especially true if your symptoms keep you from getting or maintaining erections long enough to have sex, or if they affect your intimate relationships.
Many men avoid talking to someone about changes in their sex drive, but it’s the only real way to treat the problem. Don’t be ashamed to ask for help: The sooner the problem is out in the open, the sooner you can address it.
Testosterone therapy, or testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), is a type of hormone replacement therapy that helps restore testosterone levels to their typical range. We can administer it in several ways, including injections, patches, gels, or implantable pellets.
Regardless of the approach, TRT aims to increase testosterone levels and may help relieve common symptoms of low T, such as fatigue, erectile dysfunction, and depression. However, for optimal results, identifying the cause of low T is crucial.
We review your health history, ask about your symptoms, perform a physical exam, and conduct laboratory testing. That helps us assess your testosterone levels so we can personalize treatment recommendations.
One study found that 70% of men reported satisfaction with the results of their TRT.
If you’re struggling with low libido, we can help identify the cause and determine the best treatment approach for your situation.
Get started by requesting an appointment at Vitality Center of Charlotte today. To contact us, call 980-890-5489 or use the online booking feature.
