Low libido

Request an online visit for Low libido. A licensed provider reviews your case and prescribes treatment when appropriate.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD
MD · Board-Certified, Internal Medicine · Last reviewed June 2026

About Low libido

Low libido is a persistent decrease in sexual desire that causes personal or relational distress. Causes are commonly multifactorial: depression, relationship strain, sleep deprivation, chronic illness, medications (SSRIs, beta-blockers, hormonal contraceptives), and endocrine factors including low testosterone, thyroid dysfunction, and perimenopause. Evaluation focuses on history and a targeted exam, with labs guided by clinical suspicion. Treatment addresses the underlying contributors — adjusting medications, treating mood disorders, optimizing sleep, hormonal therapy when indicated, and couples or sex therapy when relevant.

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