As we get older, remaining sexually active can become more challenging. This is a shame because sex leads to a number of benefits, which can be especially helpful for older adults.
Whether your sex drive is as active as ever or you’re beginning to notice its stall, it can be beneficial to take a moment to learn about the changes that your body is going through and how they may be impacting your overall health.
So keep reading to get an overview of everything you need to know about sex drive in older adults. We’ve also included a look at how Medicare can help with your sex drive-related problems.
Men and women age differently. But each goes through several significant bodily changes as they get older, which can impact their sex drives. For example, women tend to have lower estrogen levels after they complete menopause. This means decreased blood flow to the pelvic region, which can result in decreased physical sensation and arousal.
Men also experience a slowing circulation near the pelvic region as they age. This most commonly expresses itself as erectile dysfunction. Additionally, most men experience a reduction in their testosterone levels as they get older. In fact, men begin losing about 10% of their testosterone each decade after the age of 30. This can also be a cause for a reduction in a man’s sex drive.
You can imagine that a pair experiencing problems like these may have a great deal of trouble maintaining their sex drive as they age. That’s why it may be a good idea for you to reach out to a physician to see if they can help.
As we get older, our sex lives almost always change. But that doesn’t mean that they have to go away completely. For example, you might want to try alternatives to traditional intercourse, such as oral sex.
Or, try to keep your sex life alive by engaging in sexual behaviors with one another that don’t actually ultimately lead to sex. For example, simply flirting or taking a shower together can keep you both satisfied sometimes.
It can also be beneficial to increase the amount of foreplay that you and your partner do before engaging in sex. This can help you both get more invested in the moment and prepared before engaging in intercourse.
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If you’re tired of struggling with your sex drive, then consider reaching out to a doctor. They can provide you with personalized advice after analyzing how the aging process is affecting your sex drive.
You may even be able to cover some of the costs of your visit with your Medicare health insurance. Both Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans offer several types of coverage that can help you get the medical attention you need without breaking your budget.
Learning more about your coverage options is easy. Just reach out to a partnered licensed agent through Time for 65 today. You can reach one by either filling out this form or giving us a call.
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