Sex and Drugs and . . . . ?

Unfortunately, there are way too many drugs that do not mix well with sex. Well, they may mix with it, but the resultant brew comes up with no sex.

This can include anti-depressants, anti-anxiety, hypertension, and who knows for sure what other drugs. The kinds of drugs that we get prescribed the older we get in other words.

I don't know which ones and in what combinations. That's for doctors and pharmacists to keep on top of.

It IS important though.

Be sure to ask about side effects including depressed libido when you're prescribed a medicine. And, for heavens sake, be willing to tell the physician if you think you are having side effects that are hurting your sex life.

Judging from the study of sexual behavior in people over 57 published in the New England Journal of Medicine last year, a lot of us never do talk with the doctors about sexual issues. I think it was 38% who said they never have. If you want the exact number, leave a comment and I'll get you the precise number.

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With so many people holding onto myths about aging and sexuality, (that we don't want or have sex anymore) don't assume that your doctor isn't thinking that less sex will be no problem for you. Be sure he or she knows that it is an important factor in making choices in your life and your health.