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Originally Posted by nick
Loss of Libido (sexual desire)
A reduced interest in the desire for sex is experienced by most people at some age. It becomes a problem for a man when he can not longer satisfy the sexual needs of his partner. There are very many factors, both physical and emotional which can cause a lowering in libido. Physical causes include diseases and drugs. Emotional factors can be stress, worry, grief, anxiety about satisfying their partner, fear of the consequences of sexual activities like STDs, conflicts between partners, boredom in long term relationships etc. It is important for couples in long- term relationship to work actively at their sex life. Low sexual desire in older men can be caused by a low level of the hormone androgen. Hormonal deficiency can sometimes be treated with hormone injections. Discussing problems and being prepared to enjoy intimacy on all levels can help but couple may need professional counseling if there is a danger of a break down in their relationship.
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Yes ..very good post but i think one of the main problems certainly with older guys is they are not aware they are no longer satifying thier partner ..and if they are married or have been in a relationship a long time i think that so many couples just dont bother telling each other .."your not satisfying me" or perhaps "im not as satisfied as i *used* to be ..then it becomes an issue of communication , all very well saying it but many couples again dont bother with that ..they perhaps dont want to upset the status quo !! or rock the old boat ...so people then seek more satifying sex elsewhere ..there is also the issue of trying something *new* or different ..the problem is many women are not prepared to be open to expand thier sexual horizons (within the relationship) or as some couples do bring others into it ..which would be swinging ..personally i think that causes problems but i mention it becuse some couples do ! there shouldnt be a fear of STI as here in england we use the word "infection" rather than disease as many are easily treatable with modern antibiotics we have ...and once treated do NOT come back unless a person is foolish enough to reinfect his or herself ..using a condom will prevent any anxiety ..but may lesson the pleasure or sensation for the man and enjoyment also for the woman getting tested both together with a regular partner so a person dosent have to use condoms solves the situation ..in the case of a gay ..*promiscuous* man id advise condoms at all times until they test or stop risky behaviour . Boredom is a biggest heartbreaker then perhaps its best to take stock of the situation and ask yourself is it fair to live a lie of false happiness or constant fantasies about others you want or need till you drive yourself crazy and go on prozac or some antidepressant !! better to cut losses or have an amicaable arragement ! ..not the best solution but better THAN ! of ncourse the male macho thing theres not a lot of men prepared to go to councilling certainly not here in UK as this is seen as a weakness by men which it shouldnt be ...but thats the way it is . Ive never heard of ninjections but for difficulty with erections viagra is given after review by a doctor or the older man suddenly finds a younger woman and is worried that erections are not as strong or more difficult to maintain or perhaps non existant through diabetise or drink problems or just old age . Men do age quicker than woman and i do think its true women are inthier prime when men have finished the best of thier years ..early 20's a word of loss of sexual desire fro women ..all woman differ and i think NOT using the contraceptive pill as i never have ...sexual feelings and general body health is in better condition ..some womsn feel more aroused during a menstral period or highly aroused others dont all woman differ but i think in my opinion not playing around with nature using pills is best ...