What Causes Loss Of Libido In A Woman Post Child Birth?

Posted on Sat, 5 Dec 2015

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Sat, 5 Dec 2015 Answered on

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Question : hi doc my wife is 36 year old and had a baby girl last year 2014 dec. since then she mentioned that she is not feeling like having a intercourse so we never had. we occasionally have foreplay but that too is not working out.. she mentioned she is not getting that feeling since child birth. is there anything concerning or is it normal might need some more time.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Psychiatric evaluation needed

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Unwillingness for sexual intercourse after childbirth is not at all normal.
Is she having any symptoms of depression?
She needs a psychological counselling and psychiatric evaluation for proper examination and treatment accordingly.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

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