Discusses the causes of lack of libido (sex drive) in women ,Diagnosis and treatment options

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Discusses the causes of lack of libido (sex drive) in women ,Diagnosis and treatment options Key content • Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is the persistent or recurrent deficiency and/or absence of sexual thought/fantasies and/or receptivity to sexual activity, which causes distress or interpersonal difficulties. • Sexual desire is a complex issue involving physical drive and motivation; the latter is influenced by previous experiences and the quality and duration of the relationship. • HSDD frequently occurs in women who have had oophorectomy because a significant source of their testosterone has been removed. They may respond to androgen replacement therapy.

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Key content • Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is the persistent or recurrent deficiency and/or absence of sexual thought/fantasies and/or receptivity to sexual activity, which causes distress or interpersonal difficulties. • Sexual desire is a complex issue involving physical drive and motivation; the latter is influenced by previous experiences and the quality and duration of the relationship. • HSDD frequently occurs in women who have had oophorectomy because a significant source of their testosterone has been removed. They may respond to androgen replacement therapy. Learning objectives • To raise awareness of the effect that oophorectomy can have on sexual function. •

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