AMS Fact Sheet – Will menopause affect my sex life?

Will menopause affect my sex life?

MAIN POINTS

• If your sex life is good before menopause, it is likely to remain good after menopause.
• Sexual wellbeing is complex and many other personal factors in your life could be involved.
• Vaginal dryness can be treated with creams and lubricant.
• Hormonal treatments include oestrogen or testosterone therapy but only use testosterone designed for women.
• Your doctor, a pelvic health physiotherapist or a counsellor may need to work with you to look at the many factors that might be affecting your sexual wellbeing.