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It is a rare side effect. Strangely, Glipizide has short life in the body, so I am not even sure if it is a culprit at all. But, I will stop it for a while to see.

I have definitely some conditioning and brain washing from my younger days that negatively contribute. Problem is, I can'tfind a sex therapistin my area. I just looked into the diabetic medication I am on and one of them, Glipizide, has a rare side effect of libido loss, desire loss, and anything related. Though the medication has a short life inside the body, I have been taking it for at least a year. Probably longer. I am going to stop it for a while to see if anything changes. Fingers crossed.

I am diabetic but currently have diabetes under control. Besides diabetic meds, I don't have any others (no insulin). I have battled with self-image, but am trying to work on it too. I don't know what to do.

Thank you, Rio. I hope so too. 🙏

SweetGoodbye, how long did it take you to experience return of the libido? I am currently experiencing this. Blood test showed low estrogen and I have been on the patch for a month. I still am unable to get physically aroused, though I mentally want sex. 😪

Hello, I met someone 7 months ago. I felt great attraction to him, but I was very disappointed when I was unable to be aroused physically. Mentally I wanted him, but my body didn't respond. He was offended and we ended up having an argument. This happened few more times. I went to see a doctor and they discovered that I am pre-menopausal and low on estrogen. I am still having periods. I am sad and devastated that I am incapable of experiencing sexual pleasure. 😢 Some background: 1. 45 years old female, pre menopausal, still having monthly periods. I started hormone replacement therapy a month ago. 2. Due to my upbringing I never had sex before my current relationship (PLEASE don't judge, I have had a difficult life) 3. I can't feel anything when touched in a sexual way, whether by myself or by my man. I do get wet, but do experience dryness. Mentally, I want to make love and I think about sex a lot. However, physically, I don't feel pleasure. This confuses me a lot. I feel like my man rushes into the act and gets frustrated, upset, with me because I am not "responding " the way I should. Why can't I feel anything? My doctor suggested masturbation 2x a week. But I can't get myself aroused physically. Has anyone experienced anything similar? Am I doomed to life of celibacy 😢 I want to love and be loved, and to experience that deeper level of intimacy.

Hi everyone! I am 45 years old, single female who doesn't have a lot of sexual experience. This is for many reasons, including my upbringing and religious background. Anyway, I am interested in sexuality, sex and anything related. Currently, I am going through a stressful period in my life and I am hoping to connect with people on this forum who might have a good advice or suggestions. I look forward to socializing with you on this forum.