Sexual Desorder

1. What are sexual disorders?

Sexual disorders are problems that prevent a person from experiencing satisfaction during sexual activity. They may involve desire, arousal, orgasm, or pain.

  • Sexual desire disorders – low or no interest in sex.

  • Arousal disorders – inability to become physically aroused (e.g., erectile dysfunction in men, vaginal dryness in women).

  • Orgasm disorders – delayed, absent, or premature orgasm.

  • Sexual pain disorders – pain during sex (dyspareunia, vaginismus).

  • Physical causes: Diabetes, heart disease, hormonal imbalance, nerve damage, alcohol, drugs, certain medicines.

  • Psychological causes: Stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, past trauma.

  • Lifestyle factors: Smoking, obesity, lack of exercise, poor sleep.

  • Low or absent sexual desire

  • Inability to get or maintain an erection (men)

  • Vaginal dryness or difficulty with arousal (women)

  • Premature ejaculation or delayed orgasm

  • Pain during intercourse

  • Emotional distress or relationship strain

  • Medical treatment: Hormone therapy, medications (like sildenafil for men, lubricants for women)

  • Counseling/sex therapy: For psychological or relationship issues

  • Lifestyle changes: Exercise, healthy diet, reducing alcohol/smoking, stress management

  • Treating underlying diseases: Diabetes, hypertension, depression, etc.