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What does"loss of desire" mean?

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This is my first post. I'm starting hormone reduction very soon. What does "loss of desire" feel like beyond losing erections? My partner and I are afraid that I'll lose desire for her. What gets lost emotionally? We can cope with loss of erection, but will I not want sex at all? Will she still be beautiful to me? How deep does this loss go emotionally?

I need stories from others who've been there.

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aceace12

counciling will help... good luck

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Jimhoy

sorry... I realize this post is old now but..... side effects vary greatly from man to man! Some have few complaints where as others (me) get the crap kicked out of them! I’m sure by now you know what group you are in! In me, the loss of libido was anticipated but the loss of love and my hatred for all was not.... then the anxiety kicked in! Hated being anywhere near people! Didn’t handle it well at all! If its not hapening to you then count your blessings if it is, listen to aceace12!

Good luck!

Jc

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