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Why does my sex drive always increases when i'm on my period, why could this be?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Some say so: For some the freedom from pregnancy fears seems to heighten libido. I've also heard that the moisture is stimulating to some women. Also - there may be individual psychological aspects from a woman's specific history that only she'd know at some level. Enjoy.

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Answered 8/29/2019

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