Sexual Problems Around Menopause – Dysfunction of The Male Partner
A surprising finding from research shows that older women have more interest in sex than older men. Possibly one of the biggest problems facing the aging male is his decreased ability to become aroused and, as a result, to obtain or keep an erection for long periods of time. In many cases, this problem can be satisfactorily treated through sexual counseling, which we strongly recommend.
A surprising finding from research shows that older women have more interest in sex than older men. Possibly one of the biggest problems facing the aging male is his decreased ability to become aroused and, as a result, to obtain or keep an erection for long periods of time. In many cases, this problem can be satisfactorily treated through sexual counseling, which we strongly recommend. Be reassured that even if your male partner is unable to obtain an erection, satisfactory sexual activity can still take place if you are motivated and instructed in other means of sexual gratification.
Achieving sexual satisfaction is largely dependent on your relationship with your partner. You can certainly appreciate the fact that you would not be turned on sexually or able to achieve orgasm if your partner was in pain, disabled, or obviously not enjoying the sexual activity. So it may be that when a man perceives his partner going through menopause; enduring sleep disturbances, hot flashes, and night sweats; feeling unaroused; or suffering painful intercourse, he begins to feel threatened. He may worry that you are losing interest in him because you no longer feel that he is attractive, wanted, or needed. Or he may just be concerned about you and not wish to upset or hurt you by making an issue of your waning sex life. It is true that in a strong relationship one partner suffers from the other partner’s ills.
It is important for you both to understand what is happening. Therefore, you should learn about and be willing to explain your problem. If you begin taking hormone therapy and feel relief, let your partner know that you feel better, that your sexuality is intact, and that you are interested in sex again. Knowing these things will often enhance his arousal and change problematic sexual activity back into the healthy and satisfactory sex life that you both enjoy. If you are single, HRT may stimulate you to consider and enjoy a new and invigorating sexual relationship.
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