Sexual
Problems and Depression
If you are
clinically depressed and also experiencing sexual problems, you're not alone.
Sexual problems, such as erectile
dysfunction (ED) or an
inability to have an orgasm, often co-exist with depression. The good news is that doctors can usually treat sexual
problems that are related to depression.
What
types of sexual problems are associated with antidepressants?
Sexual problems with
antidepressants may include:
- Inability to initiate or enjoy sex
- Erectile dysfunction (ED) or
delayed ejaculation for men
- Decreased sexual desire
- Inability to achieve an orgasm
How
are sexual problems with depression or with antidepressants treated?
If you have depression
and are noticing a reduced interest in sex or problems with sexual functioning,
it is important for you and your doctor to figure out if the cause of sexual
dysfunction is the depression, the antidepressant you may be taking, or some
other medical explanation. There are ways to manage the sexual side effects of
antidepressant medicines without compromising treatment. Your doctor might try
newer antidepressants that may not dampen the libido or
sexual response, or he may prescribe another medication to try to counteract
sexual side effects, which can be taken in tandem with the antidepressant.
Without knowing
there's a sexual problem, your doctor can't do anything about it. Talk openly
with both your partner and your doctor. Then ask your doctor what might help
your situation.
Once they realize that
the sexual problems associated with the medications can be treated, most people
taking antidepressants choose to continue taking them.
For any query call your doctor now
Thank you
Dr. Tarun Nigam
manasmanorog.com
Ratan
Lal Nagar Kapur
Ashok
Nagar Kanpur
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