Yes, Women Too Experience Sexual Dysfunction. Here Are Some Common Types Of Sex Problems In Females
If you think only men have sexual dysfunction problems, you couldn’t be more wrong. Much like men, women also have sexual dysfunctioning problems but they’re just lesser talked about. The reason? Well, we just don’t wanna talk about women’s sexual health so these issues are simply brushed under the carpet and never addressed. According to experts, almost 50% women across the globe struggle with persistent problems with sexual health.
What Is Sexual Dysfunction?
Well, erectile dysfunction is not the only type of sexual dysfunction. Basically, sexual dysfunction is when any physical or mental health condition prevents one from having sex or experiencing pleasure. And sadly, many women deal with problems like little to no sex drive, trouble orgasming and even issues like pain during sexual intercourse but since sexual dysfunction in women is lesser talked about, a large number of women live their lives not knowing that they’re actually suffering from a medical condition.
What Are The Most Common Sexual Dysfunction Problems In Women?
There are 4 common sexual dysfunction problems that most women face, namely – anorgasmia, dyspareunia, hypoactive sexual desire disorder and sexual arousal disorder. Now, let’s understand what each one means.
Anorgasmia is when an orgasm-related sexual dysfunction wherein a vagina owner is unable to experience an orgasm. It is basically an inability to have an orgasm and no, not every woman has anorgasmia unless you’ve tried all possible forms of stimulation. If that’s the case with you or your partner, it’s best to see a doctor and get the correct diagnosis instead of self-diagnosing.
Dyspareunia is when a vagina owner experiences coital pain due to an organic cause. Pelvic inflammatory disease, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, pelvic floor dysfunction, adenomyosis, retroverted uterus, haemorrhoid, uterine prolapse, uterine fibroids and cystitis are some common causes of dyspareunia. Scarring from surgeries like hysterectomy can also lead to experiencing pain during sex. FYI, this isn’t the same thing as vaginismus.
Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is when someone experiences low libido or had a lack of sexual desire. People suffering from hypoactive sexual desire disorder often experience an absence of sexual fantasies as well. Women often experience this during the pre-menopausal time but many experience it at a young age too. There are various subtypes of this sexual dysfunction. It can be a general lack of sexual desire or situational. In situational subtypes, one may experience sexual desire but not in a particular situation or with a particular partner. In acquired HSDD one may experience a lack of sexual desire after a period of normal sexual functioning. HSDD can also be lifelong, meaning that someone may experience little to no sexual desire throughout their lives.
Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (FSAD) is when a woman persistently faces difficulty in becoming sexually aroused or maintaining sexual arousal till the completion of sexual activity. This is not the same as anorgasmia or HSDD. In this sexual dysfunction, a person may have sexual desires but is unable to attain or maintain sexual arousal.
Also Read: 5 Ways To Treat Vaginismus, A Vaginal Penetrative Disorder That Makes Sex Painful
PS always remember that you’re no expert to diagnose a sexual dysfunction so, it’s best to see a sexpert to understand your problem and get a reliable diagnosis and treatment.
