Question:

I had a hysterectomy in 2000.  I was 40 years old at the time. I have no sex drive at all, but I am also on opioids for back pain. Would that affect my sex drive? What kind of medication would you suggest to increase libido.

Jewels

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Answer:

There are androgen treatments that might help with your low libido, but they are not without side effects. You’ll need to talk to your doctor about these prescription medicines. Lifestyle changes may also help – getting more active (pursued cautiously, this avenue might help your back, too), improving eating or developing more intimacy with your partner.