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October 4, 2024
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A MyMSTeam Member

DRIVE, I can't hardly walk, ohhhh sex nah not a priority 🤣🤣🤣

October 5, 2024
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) can significantly affect one's sex life in various ways:

- Sexual Dysfunction: Up to 72% of women and 91% of men with MS report changes in their sex lives. This includes issues like erectile dysfunction, decreased sensation, and problems with orgasm and ejaculation
- Decreased Libido: MS can lower Show Full Answer

Multiple sclerosis (MS) can significantly affect one's sex life in various ways:

- Sexual Dysfunction: Up to 72% of women and 91% of men with MS report changes in their sex lives. This includes issues like erectile dysfunction, decreased sensation, and problems with orgasm and ejaculation.
- Decreased Libido: MS can lower sex drive due to pain, depression, fatigue, and emotional changes such as increased stress and worries about attractiveness.
- Physical Symptoms: Symptoms like numbness, spasticity (stiff, tight muscles), and fatigue can make intimacy challenging.
- Emotional Impact: MS can cause emotional changes that strain intimate relationships, such as depression and anger.
- Communication: Open communication with partners and healthcare providers is crucial for managing these challenges.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the articles on MyMSTeam.

October 4, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

I haven't had any drive in years. I have been told that the doctors can help with this. Just have no interest in finding out. I'm on enough medication

October 5, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

So many things have, not just MS but medications my husband takes.

October 5, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

Yup

October 6, 2024

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