FEMALE SEXUAL Disorders
EVEN THE SCORE
Female are said to have sexual Disorders when she is not able to completely, healthily and pleasurably experience sexual activity. Many women have a low sex drive or trouble having an orgasm. Some women are not bothered by this, but other are. Women who are bothered by their sexual experience are considered to have sexual Disorders. The most common female sexual Disorderss are –
- Low sexual desire
- Trouble getting aroused
- Trouble having orgasm
- Pain during sex
Quick Facts
Female Sexual Disorders Cycle
Causes of FEMALE SEXUAL DYXFUNCTION
Physiology
- Neurological problem
- Cardiovasvcular disease
- Cancer
- Urogenital disorders
Psychology
- Depression / Anxiety
- Prior sexual or physical abuse
- Stress
- Alcohol / Substance abuse
Interpersonal
- Partner performance and technique
- Lack of partner
- Relationship quality and conflict
- Lack of privacy
Sociocultural
- Inadequate education
- Conflict with religious, personal or family values
- Societal taboos
Factors that cause Female Disorders
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Heart Disease
- Neurological Disorders
- Urinary Problems
- Arthritis
- Cervical / Ovarian / Other Cancers
- Smoking
- Alcohol
- GynaecConditions
Prevention
- Stop Smoking
- Find ways to be comfortable with sexuality
- Limit Alcohol & Caffeine
- Maintain a healthy weight& Life
- Get adequate sleep
- Find ways to improve self-esteem
- Re-look into your medication
Female Disorders Solutions
Sex Therapy
Sex Therapy is a type of psychotherapy in which a therapist woks with an individual or couple on improving sexual functioning and satisfaction. It includes -
- Introducing methods on controlling thoughts and feelings
- Discussion on novelties that can enhance sexual pleasure
- Make sexual activity a priority
- Date night with partner or spouse
Medications
- Only evidence based pharmacologic option includes use of estrogen
- In some cases, hormonal treatment may be useful
- Drugs that improve blood flow like Viagra may be helpful in certain cases
Structured Sexual Tasks
- Concentrating on physical sensations
- Using erotica to stimulate sexual thoughts
- Introducing exercises to increase the pain threshold upon penetration