Reduced Libido- Why?

[Growing123]

For the past year I have been really feeling that I have reduced libido. I'll still wank but it doesn't feel the same. Sensation is reduced and my penis feels like it is frozen. I don't get that same tingle. Also I train a lot (same as last year) but cannot lose weight. It gradually increases actually. I was with someone recently but felt I was boring in bed. I still think about sex but the sensation is disappointing. I'm 46 and a bit worried. I am going to see my doctor next week.

I wonder if it's thyroid related or maybe I need testosterone. I am too young to lose my sex drive amn't I? My penis is quite dry too. I feel like I wanked excessively growing up and the oil

 

[1225108]

Also I train a lot (same as last year) but cannot lose weight. It gradually increases actually.

If the weight-gain is muscle that doesn't have to be problem.
Between the lines I do sense you want to be more fit and healthy, that's always a good thing.

And loads of stuff can interfere with our enjoyment of sex, like stress or when we have other stuff on our minds.
Just wait what your doc says and perhaps he'll test your testosterone levels just to be sure.

Good luck mate!

 

[Growing123]

I don't have much stress. Also I am tired and demotivated when it comes to training. I push myself to do it but rarely enjoy it like before.

But thanks for your response and good wishes.

 

[Murphys]

For the past year I have been really feeling that I have reduced libido. I'll still wank but it doesn't feel the same. Sensation is reduced and my penis feels like it is frozen. I don't get that same tingle. Also I train a lot (same as last year) but cannot lose weight. It gradually increases actually. I was with someone recently but felt I was boring in bed. I still think about sex but the sensation is disappointing. I'm 46 and a bit worried. I am going to see my doctor next week.

I wonder if it's thyroid related or maybe I need testosterone. I am too young to lose my sex drive amn't I? My penis is quite dry too. I feel like I wanked excessively growing up and the oil

There could any number of reasons. As mentioned, it could be a lot of things going on in your life right, it could be an indication of an underlying medical issue, or it could be a side effect of a medication you’re on (if any at all).

Good call on making an appt. to see your doctor. Be sure to be open and honest with them....the only way they can diagnose is by having all the info.

And as for age, men in the 20s can encounter what you explained. Age isn’t always a factor.

 

[Growing123]

The weight gain is not muscle either. My metabolism has totally stopped so food just sits there for ages. It is depressing even though I'm a positive person. I just feel like my youth is gone and I'm at a different life stage. But I'm hoping that I'm wrong. Has anyone had testosterone shots and gotten their libido back. I'm hoping.

 

[1225108]

I just feel like my youth is gone

Well, we're both 46 y/o. IT IS.
Welcome to mid-life.

 

[HorseHung40's]

Speak to your doctor. He or she may have better insights into this.

 

[diver6]

Talk to you Doc, I was 39 and my body stopped producing testosterone, I’ve been on shots for 8 years now and feel a lot better, sex drive got better and just all around feel better. It’s normal just guys don’t get it checked.

 

[Growing123]

I went to doctor today. I may have a hernia, little fatty bulge on my abdomen but I'm also getting all my bloods checked. I'm a little anxious but hopefully it is something minor like testosterone deficiency.

 

[1225108]

I went to doctor today. I may have a hernia, little fatty bulge on my abdomen but I'm also getting all my bloods checked. I'm a little anxious but hopefully it is something minor like testosterone deficiency.

All the best mate. And testosterone deficiency doesn't sound exactly minor to me.

Lust and testosterone aren't always directly connected. One can have higher than everage testosterone (hence my bald head..) and still have times where you go 'fuck off', in stead of 'fuck yeah !'.

 

[Growing123]

I got my blood results. I was very low in iron. Taking a supplement for past 3 days and massive improvement already. Metabolism is working again. Blood is circulating and my penis actually looks better - not as dry looking and sensation feels much better. It's not feeling cold like it used.. I had not realized that my circulation was so poor. I also bought some L-Carnitine so am looking forward to better sex drive in a few weeks. My vitamin D was also low. I exercise very intensely without eating red meat. I was depleting my resources without replenishing.

 

[1225108]

I got my blood results. I was very low in iron. Taking a supplement for past 3 days and massive improvement already. Metabolism is working again. Blood is circulating and my penis actually looks better - not as dry looking and sensation feels much better. It's not feeling cold like it used.. I had not realized that my circulation was so poor. I also bought some L-Carnitine so am looking forward to better sex drive in a few weeks. My vitamin D was also low. I exercise very intensely without eating red meat. I was depleting my resources without replenishing.

Thanx for the update man.

 

[notthatguy]

I actually would like my libido to reduce...damn thing is relentless. I mean how many hours a day can i have sex?

 

[1225108]

I actually would like my libido to reduce...damn thing is relentless. I mean how many hours a day can i have sex?

42.
No, that can't be richt. That's the answer to the ultimate question. Of life, the universe and everything.

24.
Yep. That's it. Twenty-four.
You can sleep when you're dead.

 

[notthatguy]

42.
No, that can't be richt. That's the answer to the ultimate question. Of life, the universe and everything.

24.
Yep. That's it. Twenty-four.
You can sleep when you're dead.

As it is, sex happens 3-4 a day.

My drive would be happy 8-10 hours a day.

Wish i was kidding.

 

[1225108]

As it is, sex happens 3-4 a day.

My drive would be happy 8-10 hours a day.

Wish i was kidding.

That's a lot. Do you like having sex or is it some sort of obsessive-compulsive thing?

If you do, I'm rather disappointed about the 99 - 1 % ratio.
Like the nice I am I'm always ready to lend a helping hand. Etcetera.

 

[notthatguy]

That's a lot. Do you like having sex or is it some sort of obsessive-compulsive thing?

If you do, I'm rather disappointed about the 99 - 1 % ratio.
Like the nice I am I'm always ready to lend a helping hand. Etcetera.

I currently have 5 girlfriends...simply because it takes 5 to handle my drive. In the spring time i can go up to 7 girlfriends.

They all know about each other and many are friends of each other.‍

 

[dongalong]

For the past year I have been really feeling that I have reduced libido. I'll still wank but it doesn't feel the same. Sensation is reduced and my penis feels like it is frozen. I don't get that same tingle. Also I train a lot (same as last year) but cannot lose weight. It gradually increases actually. I was with someone recently but felt I was boring in bed. I still think about sex but the sensation is disappointing. I'm 46 and a bit worried. I am going to see my doctor next week.

I wonder if it's thyroid related or maybe I need testosterone. I am too young to lose my sex drive amn't I? My penis is quite dry too. I feel like I wanked excessively growing up and the oil

I'm a similar age, during the last 5 years I experienced the same thing and tried loads of different health protocols to fix it. I've sorted it now and managed to lose loads of weight.
I did an elimination diet in the form of a zero carbs/carnivore diet which reverses the insulin resistence that is preventing weightloss. You become adapted to using fat as energy which gives you greater mental clarity and your digestive system requires less energy to process food . I also discovered what I'm allergic to and eliminated that from my diet, which cured some minor health issues.
My libido recovered and I started getting unexpected boners during the day. Cholesterol is a precursor to testosterone and you consume a lot when you only eat animal products but don't worry, when you give up carbohydrates this isn't dangerous, healthy cholesterol is required in many body functions.
The weightloss also made my cock look relatively bigger.