Frigidity, also known as a female sexual arousal disorder or disorder, is a woman’s difficulty or inability to maintain vaginal lubrication during sexual activity because she does not feel sufficient interest or arousal.
Women who have this problem are often considered cold or icy in bed, so it’s important to know how to identify changes in the body and consult your gynecologist for proper treatment and return to a normal sex life.
Symptoms caused by frigidity are usually
Diagnosis should be made by the gynecologist and is usually confirmed if at least 3 of the symptoms mentioned above are present.
Frigidity can come from psychological, physical or cultural causes, as shown below:
These are mainly problems such as excessive stress, anxiety or depression, but it can also be related to fear of getting pregnant or physical or psychological abuse by the couple, which characterizes domestic violence.
Hormonal changes, such as hypothyroidism, postpartum and menopause, decrease vaginal lubrication production, avoiding arousal and pleasure during an intimate relationship.
Another common cause is the use of drugs or drugs that interfere with hormone production and libido, such as contraceptives, pressure medications, cigarettes and excess alcohol.
In addition, genital surgeries, such as hysterectomy, can decrease blood flow to this area, also decreasing lubrication and arousal.
Religious factors, traumas such as sexual abuse or rape, or strict sex education that does not allow a woman’s pleasure can also cause frigidity and decreased sexual performance.
When related to hormonal problems, treating frigidity involves treating the underlying disease, such as hypothyroidism, or taking estrogen-containing medications to improve vaginal lubrication and libido, especially in women after menopause.
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Sexual counseling therapy is also recommended, which helps reduce anxiety, better understand the body and improve relationship with the partner.
In addition, the use of accessories that help lubricate, increase arousal and stimulate orgasm can also help bring the intimate relationship to life.
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