AMS Fact Sheet – Will menopause affect my sex life?
Posted: July 11, 2022
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.
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