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Low sex drive (loss of libido)

Low sex drive is a reduced interest in sexual activity. It can be influenced by stress, hormonal changes, mental health conditions, medication, or relationship factors.

If these symptoms are severe, persistent or worsening, seek medical advice promptly.

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This page provides general information and does not replace a doctor’s consultation. If symptoms are severe, persistent or worsening, seek medical advice promptly.

There are many possible reasons for having a low sex drive (loss of libido). Treating the cause should help increase your sex drive.

Causes of a low sex drive

Some of the main causes of a low sex drive include:

  • relationship problems
  • stress, anxiety or depression
  • sexual problems like erectile dysfunction or vaginal dryness
  • pregnancy and having a baby – your hormone levels change when you're pregnant, and looking after a baby can be stressful and tiring
  • lower hormone levels as you get older, particularly during the menopause
  • taking certain medicines, such as medicine for high blood pressure or antidepressants
  • using hormonal contraception like the pill, patch or implant
  • drinking too much alcohol

Some long-term conditions can also affect your sex drive, such as heart disease, diabetes, an underactive thyroid or cancer.

 See a GP if: 

  • you're worried about your low sex drive
  • you're taking a medicine or using hormonal contraception and you think it may be affecting your sex drive
  • your sex drive does not return to normal after pregnancy

Treatments for a low sex drive

Treatment for a low sex drive depends on what's causing it.

A GP can advise you about help you can get and any treatments that might improve your sex drive.


Cause Possible treatments
| Relationship problems  | Relationship counselling
| Sexual problems like vaginal dryness or erectile dysfunction  | Medicines to treat the problem, such as vaginal lubricants or medicines to help you get an erection
| Menopause  | Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
| Mental health problems like depression  | Antidepressants or cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
| Medicine, contraception and health conditions  | Changing to a different medicine or type of contraception, or discussing treatment options if you have a health condition

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Alexander Nazarchuk

Allergology 7 years exp.

Dr. Alexander Nazarchuk is a physician specialising in allergology and internal medicine. He provides online consultations for adults, following the principles of evidence-based medicine — no outdated treatments or unnecessary tests, with clear explanations and a personalised approach. He helps patients with a wide range of allergic and therapeutic conditions, from common day-to-day complaints to complex cases involving allergies, gastrointestinal issues, cardiovascular concerns, respiratory symptoms, and more.

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During consultations, Dr. Nazarchuk takes a thorough, structured approach — analysing symptoms, identifying potential causes, and helping patients make informed decisions. Whether treatment, further investigation, or monitoring is needed, he explains each step clearly so you understand your health and how best to manage it.

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Andrei Popov

General medicine 7 years exp.

Dr. Andrei Popov is a family physician with specialized training in the management of chronic pain. He provides video consultations for adults in Spain and across Europe: whether you have been living with pain for months that no one has been able to properly explain, or you need to resolve a health issue without waiting weeks for an appointment.

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Pain: how he can help

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 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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Bulat Garipov

General medicine 15 years exp.

Dr. Bulat Garipov is a radiologist with more than 15 years of experience, specializing in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Throughout his professional career, he has worked in leading diagnostic imaging centers, both in on-site practice and teleradiology, which has allowed him to develop a broad and versatile approach to radiology.

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