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A member asked:

Taking birth control has diminished my libido. i have already talked to my doctor, as she is no help. i need to know, what can i do to get it back?

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Desire...: Keep talking with "birth control" prescriber re sexual desire issues. Second opinions always useful too. Sexual desire/ libido always complex issue too (old adage of 90+% sex above in the head and not talking just oral... Still true re desires, relationships, etc). Explore medical issues and be open to other possible factors. Just a thought. Hopefully may be of use

Dr Sial agreed

Answered 5/7/2015

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