Sexual Dysfunction In MS, What Doctors Forget To Mention

Learn how MS sexual dysfunction affects libido, arousal, and orgasm in multiple sclerosis and what you can actually do to improve intimacy.

Sex and MS is awkward to talk about, but very common. Up to 80 percent of women and 90 percent of men with multiple sclerosis report some kind of sexual problem. Desire drops. Sensation changes. Bodies do not respond the way they used to. Often patients and doctors never really talk about it.

In this video, you hear how MS lesions can disrupt nerve signals between brain, spine, and sexual organs. The brain says "I am interested." The body gives a weak or delayed response. On top of that, fatigue, pain, spasticity, bladder leaks, mood changes, and medication side effects all pile onto your sex life.

You will learn
• How MS sexual dysfunction shows up in real life
• Loss of sensation and feeling disconnected from your body
• Delayed orgasm or no orgasm at all
• Erectile dysfunction in men with MS
• Vaginal dryness and pain with penetration
• How MS fatigue, pain, bladder issues, and depression affect libido
We also walk through options that many people do not hear about in clinic visits.
• Lubricants and vaginal moisturizers for dryness and discomfort
• PDE5 inhibitors such as Viagra or Cialis for erectile dysfunction, with medical guidance
• Pelvic floor physical therapy to improve sensation, control, and confidence
• Low dose antidepressants or medicines like bupropion that may support libido for some people
• Sex therapy and counseling to help you and your partner communicate and adapt together
You hear honest talk about shame, frustration, and the fear that your sex life is over. It is not. Sex may look different after MS, but different does not mean finished. With the right mix of medical tools, practical adjustments, and honest conversation, many couples find new ways to connect.
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More MS and sexual health resources
National MS Society
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/
MS Trust
https://mstrust.org.uk/
MS Society
https://www.mssociety.org.uk/