Female Sexual Dysfunction

Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a complex condition that refers to recurrent problems during any phase of your sexual response cycle that can cause distress, or may impede your sexual relationship. Common symptoms can include low libido, vaginal dryness, orgasm problems and difficulty with arousal. This condition is said to affect over 40% of women of all ages and is most prevalent in those aged 45-64. A number of female sexual dysfunction treatments can be recommended to help improve your condition, depending on whether your problem extends from a physical, hormonal or psychological cause.

Intrinsa is a female libido enhancer that can help women who suffer from female sexual dysfunction to increase their sex drive and sexual energy. You can receive Intrinsa patches from 121doc once our doctor approves your confidential online consultation.

What causes female sexual dysfunction?

Physical causes:

If you suffer from health conditions such cancer, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, urinary or bowel difficulties, you are more at risk of problems associated with female sexual dysfunction. Women who frequently use recreational drugs or drink excessive amounts of alcohol also increase their chance of developing sexual dysfunction. Low sex drive, a common symptom of female sexual dysfunction may also occur as a side effect of certain medications such as antidepressants, blood pressure medications and chemotherapy drugs. Women who have had their ovaries and womb removed can also suffer from low sex drive because their body no longer produces testosterone.

Hormonal

During menopause, estrogen levels drop, which can cause sudden changes to your genital tissues and inhibit your sexual responsiveness. Sex in general may become painful, and this may make it difficult for you to achieve an orgasm.

Psychological

Untreated emotional and psychological issues need to be addressed for sexual dysfunction treatments to be effective. Reasons why you may be suffering from female sexual dysfunction include stress, anxiety, depression, self-perception during and after pregnancy, and tension between you and your partner.

How can I treat female sexual dysfunction?

FSD should be diagnosed by a doctor so that an appropriate solution can be recommended. They may recommend one of the following non-medical female sexual dysfunction treatments as a solution for your condition:

• Working with a sex therapist or psychiatrist
• Making lifestyle changes to improve your overall health such as diet and exercise
• Performing Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic muscles

Prescription only FSD treatment

As well as using non-medical female sexual dysfunction treatments you may be recommended Intrinsa, a medication for women who suffer from a low libido due to the removal of their ovaries and womb through surgery. The Intrinsa patch is the first FSD treatment available on prescription. A single patch transmits a steady flow of testosterone into the bloodstream to naturally increase their libido.

Can I buy female sexual dysfunction treatments online?

Buying female sexual dysfunction treatments such as Intrinsa is a personal issue that you may find difficult to discuss with your doctor. If you are worried about having a face-to-face medical consultation, you can order Intrinsa online to help improve your condition. When you order Intrinsa from 121doc you will be asked to complete a confidential online consultation with our specialist, who can then determine whether you are suitable and safe to take this treatment. Order Intrinsa now and you could start your female sexual dysfunction treatment the very next day.