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What Causes Low Libido?
Question: what causes, and what can be done about low libido problems?
Brief Answer:
Tests should be done for testosterone in blood
Detailed Answer:
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Common causes of low libido are-
1- Depression and issues of performance anxiety
2- Low testosterone level
3- high prolactin level
A detailed history is taken and if performance anxiety is the cause, counselling can help
For others, these hormones are estimated in blood . If found abnormal, treatment is possible .
Dr Saatiish Jhuntrraa
Tests should be done for testosterone in blood
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for choosing wwwhealthcaremagic
Common causes of low libido are-
1- Depression and issues of performance anxiety
2- Low testosterone level
3- high prolactin level
A detailed history is taken and if performance anxiety is the cause, counselling can help
For others, these hormones are estimated in blood . If found abnormal, treatment is possible .
Dr Saatiish Jhuntrraa
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