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What is the cause for low sexual arousal?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have issues with sexual arousal and have previously consulted a sexology specialist. The first time I had sex I had a good arousal. But after that, every time I started having lesser and lesser arousal, which now came down to no arousal at all. When I first consulted with a gynecologist she said the problem will get resolved if I get married. I do not have a body image problem, my partner is great, I am in a very satisfied relationship, and do not feel having intercourse is a dirty thing (which the gynecologist said could be some problems to be considered too). I am not taking any medications. I have taken many tests including blood tests, USG pelvis, and MRI brain as per the doctor's advice. I have attached all the reports taken until now here for your reference.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Thiyagarajan. T

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thiyagarajan. T is an eminent Endocrinologist with 20 years of clinical experience. He got his MBBS from Stanley Medical College in 2003. He got his Diploma in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism as well as Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His areas of expertise include managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes, diabetes in pregnancy, thyroid disorders, pituitary disorders, growth and pubertal disorders in children, male and female hypogonadism, calcium and parathyroid disorders, metabolic bone disorders, including osteoporosis. Currently, he is working in Kovai Endocare Clinic.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for writing and I understand your concern.

Based on your symptoms, you have sexual arousal disorder. My first recommendation since you have a partner is to see a psychologist who has sex therapy experience (sex therapist). It may not be a body image or relationship problem, but a therapist can help figure out and resolve any simple issues there may be which can be dealt with easily even without medicines.

I do not think you have any hormonal problems that I can help with.

Feel free to reach out for further queries or clarifications.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your reply.

Should I consult a sex therapist?

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Thiyagarajan. T

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thiyagarajan. T is an eminent Endocrinologist with 20 years of clinical experience. He got his MBBS from Stanley Medical College in 2003. He got his Diploma in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism as well as Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His areas of expertise include managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes, diabetes in pregnancy, thyroid disorders, pituitary disorders, growth and pubertal disorders in children, male and female hypogonadism, calcium and parathyroid disorders, metabolic bone disorders, including osteoporosis. Currently, he is working in Kovai Endocare Clinic.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I would recommend you see the therapist with your partner.

Thanks and regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 7, 2023
Reviewed At January 24, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thiyagarajan. T is an eminent Endocrinologist with 20 years of clinical experience. He got his MBBS from Stanley Medical College in 2003. He got his Diploma in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism as well as Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His areas of expertise include managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes, diabetes in pregnancy, thyroid disorders, pituitary disorders, growth and pubertal disorders in children, male and female hypogonadism, calcium and parathyroid disorders, metabolic bone disorders, including osteoporosis. Currently, he is working in Kovai Endocare Clinic.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Thiyagarajan. T is an eminent Endocrinologist with 20 years of clinical experience. He got his MBBS from Stanley Medical College in 2003. He got his Diploma in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism as well as Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His areas of expertise include managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes, diabetes in pregnancy, thyroid disorders, pituitary disorders, growth and pubertal disorders in children, male and female hypogonadism, calcium and parathyroid disorders, metabolic bone disorders, including osteoporosis. Currently, he is working in Kovai Endocare Clinic.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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