Question 1

can a abortion cause a decrease in a woman's sex drive?

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It depends BUT: Probably so.  Generally speaking, the decision to have an abortion is difficult and often associated with grieving on some level with regard to the loss.  Depending on the instrumentation and or pharmacology used during the procedure, there may be chemical, hormonal and physical sequelae which decrease a woman's sex drive.  Sex drive thereafter would depend on many factors.

Question 2

does zoloft (sertraline) cause a decrease in a woman's sex drive?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The most common side effects include:

anxiety; constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; increased sweating; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness; stomach upset; tiredness; trouble slee.

Question 3

do women have a lower sex drive than men?

Accepted Answer

That's the stereo-: type, but as a sex therapist, I haven't found that to be true.   I've seen women with whopping-high sex drives and men with nearly zero.   I don't know if generalizations are much help here.   I do know that regardless of high or low sex drives, quality of sex seems to be the better indicator of happiness.

Question 4

i am a female what is the reason for having a hightened sex drive?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons.: A healthy libidio is normal for both men and women, and is influenced by many factors. The primary influence is neurohormonal, especially levels of androgenic hormones like testosterone. There is evidence that sexual desire is increased around age 30 for women, and can be correlated with the menstrual cycle. Many psychological & physical factors have influence as well.

Question 5

could the drug spice cause someone to have a lower or no sex drive?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: SPICE is merely a synthetic marijuana with a lot of bad effects; go to http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_SPICE_drug?#slide=33. But, the described scenario delivers the impression that your life has been overrun by overindulgence and obsession, especially in sex. So, practice low-risk healthy lifestyle without overindulgence and obsession so to live a controlled, realistic, happy life. Best wish ..

Question 6

i am 40 years old female and have a low sex drive. what causes this and what can i do to improve my sex drive?

Accepted Answer

Hard ?: That's a hard ? To answer w/out much of the history provided. A comprehensive hx should be taken. I'd start with some general work up such as complete blood count, chemistry panel, thyroid function, and gynecological exam.

Question 7

can over-working cause a decrease in your sex drive?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Libido is complicated. Stress is probably the most common cause. Stress could be at work or at home. Low hormones, medication,  fatigue, lack of sleep and a very long list of other issues can contribute to loss of libido. Start by talking to your family doc.

Question 8

can women have a high sex drive? what causes a high sex drive?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sex drive is a combination of physical factors, emotional situation, and the environment at any given time.

Question 9

i am noticing a decrease in sex drive (about 6 yrs now). any meds that can fix this prob for women? on methadone and lorazepam.

Accepted Answer

Stop Lorazepam: I would advise you to get to a program that will help you get off of both of these mind altering substances and to learn a spiritual way of living that brings your life purpose, joy, serenity and along with that will come increased libido.

Question 10

do both men and women get lower sex drive with prozac (fluoxetine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All of the serotonin selective reuptake inhibitor medications of which Prozac (fluoxetine) is a member can cause a decrease in one' s libido also known as sex drive. Since each agent is different in its chemical structure and each of us reacts differently to any medication, not everyone will suffer this side effect with each medication. Talk to your doctor there may be a solution.

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