282. Libido and The Brain - Midlife Sexual Health

Published: Sept. 15, 2024, 11:58 a.m.

I am back with Caroline Labouchere!\n\nOur conversation explores the topic of libido and the factors that can affect it, such as upbringing, education, relationships, and hormones. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own thoughts and beliefs about sex and prioritizing a healthy sex life. The discussion also touches on the use of hormones and medications, such as Addyi and Vyleesi, to address low libido. \nThe conversation highlights the complexity of sexuality and the need for a holistic approach to addressing low desire. In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses various topics related to menopause, hormones, and sexual health. She addresses the use of on-demand medications for low libido, the cost of hormone medications, and the difficulty of finding doctors who specialize in menopause and sex medicine. \nDr. Casperson also explains how Viagra works and its potential use for women. She emphasizes the importance of education and communication in addressing sexual health issues and provides information on vaginal estrogen and its benefits. The conversation concludes with a discussion on hormone therapy and its relationship to cancer treatment.\n\nTakeaways\n\nLibido is a complex topic influenced by various factors, including upbringing, education, relationships, and hormones.\nUnderstanding and addressing one's thoughts and beliefs about sex is crucial for improving libido.\nHormones, such as estrogen and testosterone, can play a role in libido and may be used as treatment options.\nMedications like Addyi and Vyleesi are available for low libido, but they may not work for everyone and can have side effects.\nPrioritizing 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.\nThe cost of hormone medications can be high, making it difficult for some women to afford them.\nFinding doctors who specialize in menopause and sex medicine can be challenging.\nViagra is a vasodilator that improves blood flow, but it does not directly affect desire or orgasm in women.\nVaginal estrogen is a safe and effective treatment for symptoms such as pain with sex and dryness.\nHormone therapy can be considered after cancer treatment, depending on the individual's situation and risks.\nEducation and communication are crucial in addressing sexual health issues and advocating for proper care.\nhttps://www.instagram.com/carolinelabouchere/\n\nThanks to our sponsor Sprout Pharmaceuticals. To find out if Addyi is right for you, go to\xa0addyi.com/notbroken\xa0and use code NOTBROKEN for a $10 telemedicine appointment.\n\ufeffSee Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide, including Boxed Warning for severe low blood pressure and fainting in certain settings at addyi.com/pi\n\nThanks to our sponsor\xa0Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.\nMidi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.\nhttps://www.joinmidi.com\n\nOrder my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life"\nListen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed\nTake my Adult Sex Ed Master Class:\n\nJoin my membership to get these episodes ASAP, a private\nfacebook group to discuss and my private accountability group for your health,\nhormones and life support!\nwww.kellycaspersonmd.com/membership\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices