ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this conversation, Caroline Labouchere and I dicuss libido and its influencing factors—upbringing, education, relationships, and hormones.
Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses the significance of understanding personal attitudes towards sex, the role of hormones and medications like Addyi and Vyleesi for low libido, and the complexity of addressing sexual desire. She also explains how Viagra might work for women, highlights the challenges in accessing specialized menopause and sex medicine, and provides insights on vaginal estrogen and hormone therapy, including its implications for cancer treatment.
HERE’S WHAT WE DISCUSS
- Libido is a complex topic influenced by various factors, including upbringing, education, relationships, and hormones.
- Understanding and addressing one’s thoughts and beliefs about sex is crucial for improving libido.
- Hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone, can play a role in libido and may be used as treatment options.
- Medications like Addyi and Vyleesi are available for low libido, but they may not work for everyone and can have side effects.
- Prioritizing a healthy sex life and cultivating novelty and communication in relationships can contribute to a satisfying sexual experience. On-demand medications can be used to address low libido, similar to how Viagra is used for men.
- The cost of hormone medications can be high, making it difficult for some women to afford them.
- Finding doctors who specialize in menopause and sex medicine can be challenging.
- Viagra is a vasodilator that improves blood flow, but it does not directly affect desire or orgasm in women.
- Vaginal estrogen is a safe and effective treatment for symptoms such as pain with sex and dryness.
- Hormone therapy can be considered after cancer treatment, depending on the individual’s situation and risks.
- Education and communication are crucial in addressing sexual health issues and advocating for proper care.
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