Can Sexual Dysfunction Treatment Help Restore Sexual Excitement?

Age and hormone fluctuations can significantly impact our overall physical, mental, and emotional health. Well-balanced hormones are responsible for sleep, libido, mood regulation, weight loss, energy levels, and much more. At Allure Medical Spa, our team works with patients throughout Gillette, WY with a wide variety of hormone-based health concerns. Lynn Perlenfein is a physician’s associate who specializes in aesthetic care and offers patients highly tailored hormone replacement therapy.

What is sexual dysfunction?

Sexual dysfunction occurs when an underlying problem prevents someone from enjoying or wanting to engage in sexual activity. Although there are multiple root causes for sexual dysfunction, including stress and relationship factors, some issues are related to hormone imbalances that occur during the natural aging process. At Allure Medical Spa, Lynn evaluates your current hormone levels for potential imbalances to line you up with appropriate treatment options.

What role do hormones play in sexual dysfunction?

When hormone levels change, it can cause sexual dysfunction in both men and women. Low testosterone levels are often associated with erectile dysfunction in men, while low estrogen levels in women can reduce vaginal lubrication and sexual desire. However, this is an oversimplification since there are several hormones responsible for sexual drive and activity.

Can sexual dysfunction treatment restore sexual excitement?

Treatments for sexual dysfunction should be selected based on the actual cause of dysfunction. Some of the following treatments may be appropriate for sexual dysfunction:

• Relationship counseling
• Drug or alcohol cessation
• Dietary or lifestyle modifications
• Prescription medications for erectile disorders
• Hormone replacement therapy

What is hormone replacement therapy?

Hormone replacement therapy is a specialized intervention that can be administered via pill or injection form with the goal of meeting your hormonal imbalances and stabilizing your health. Hormones are replaced by synthetically-produced, natural compounds when your body is no longer able to produce the sufficient amount needed. At Allure Medical Spa, Lynn tests your hormone levels via a simple blood sample and then creates a customized intervention plan based on whatever imbalances your lab work may reveal.

How does the treatment process work?

Once you’ve completed your initial consultation and received your lab results, Lynn will discuss your hormone replacement therapy plan moving forward. Your therapy can be administered by pill or injection, depending on your specific treatment plan. Patients will need to attend follow-up appointments to have their treatment progress monitored and to have modifications made when needed.

Other conditions hormone replacement therapy treats

Since hormones are responsible for numerous functions in the human body, it’s safe to say that hormone replacement therapy has the potential to help make improvements with more than just sexual excitement. Hormone replacement therapy has been used to:

• Stabilize mood
• Improve sleep
• Increase metabolism
• Reduce fatigue and enhance energy
• Reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety
• Alleviate postmenopausal symptoms

Learn more about hormone replacement therapy

If you reside in or near Gillette, WY, and would like to learn more about the benefits of hormone replacement therapy, including how to improve your sex drive, contact our team at Allure Medical Spa and schedule an appointment today. Lynn Perlenfein will work with you to assess your needs and help you determine if hormone replacement therapy is right for you.