About one in five men are infected with low sexual drive that affect directly on their sexual health, relationship, lifestyle and performance according to Dr. Ali Mehdi Zadeh, Consultant Urologist and Head of Kuwaiti German Urology Unit, Kuwait.

Dr. Ali Mehdi Zadeh adds “Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is quite rampant in men that are affected with psychological issues like depression, mental disorders, stress & anxiety, relationships & personal issues and fear. The other factors that might influence sexual desire in men are being under medications, ageing, hormonal imbalance like – lows testosterone, dopamine & thyroid hormone and high levels of prolactin. Men infected with chronic diseases like diabetes, HIV, high blood pressure, high cholesterol level, & injuries, men who have undergone multiple surgeries, smoking, drug abuse and even being obese can negatively affect sexual desire & performance. “

He further adds “The treatment for low libido in men can range from psychological to actually administering the subject with testosterone supplements, like for example the weekly testosterone shots might work if the affected patient has low testosterone levels. However, the treatment might vary accordingly, depending upon the actual cause, age and the mental state of the affected individual. “

“Our ultimate aim is to provide men with means to regain their vital source of intimacy with their partners, we do agree that sex is a key part for a healthy life, especially in this demanding and stressful lifestyle that men are exposed to on a daily basis here in Kuwait,” concluded Dr. Ali Mehdi Zadeh.

— Dr. Ali Mehdi Zadeh, Consultant Urologist and Head of Kuwaiti German Urology Unit, CEO & Partner at Kuwait Medical International Company.

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