What are the main reasons for men’s sexual frigidity?

Loss of sexual desire in men can be caused by psychological stress, hormone imbalances, chronic illness, medication side effects, and relationship problems.

1. Psychological pressure:

Long-term work anxiety, financial burden or family conflicts will inhibit testosterone secretion and reduce sexual excitement. About 40% of patients with depression and anxiety disorders are accompanied by decreased sexual desire. This situation needs to be improved through psychological counseling or stress reduction training.

2. Hormone imbalance:

Testosterone levels naturally decline with age, decreasing by 1%-2% per year after the age of 30. Diseases such as hypothyroidism and pituitary tumors can aggravate hormone disorders, accompanied by fatigue and mood swings, and require targeted treatment after diagnosis through blood tests.

3. Chronic diseases:

Diabetes and hypertension can damage vascular endothelial function, affect erection quality and reduce sexual interest. Patients with cardiovascular disease may also actively avoid sexual intercourse because they are worried about the risks of sexual intercourse. In such cases, sexual function rehabilitation is required on the basis of controlling the underlying disease.

4. Drug effects:

Antidepressants such as paroxetine, antihypertensive drugs such as Betaloc, and hormonal drugs may interfere with the sexual response cycle. Sexual frigidity caused by drugs usually gradually resolves 2-3 months after stopping the drug or changing the regimen.

3. Partner factors:

Long-term emotional alienation or mismatch of sexual needs can cause psychological resistance. The survey shows that 68% of cases of male sexual desire loss are related to the quality of partner interaction, which needs to be improved through effective communication and the reconstruction of intimate relationships.

It is recommended to increase the intake of zinc-rich seafood and nuts, and perform aerobic exercise three times a week to maintain blood supply to the testicles. Partners can try non-sexual intimacy to reduce stress. If there is no improvement for 2 months, there is no need to investigate abnormal prolactin levels or abnormal penile blood flow. Avoid taking self-administered aphrodisiac drugs to cover up underlying causes. Diabetic patients should pay special attention to the impact of blood sugar fluctuations on sexual function.