Sexual health is healthy at any age. It is an indication of a healthy relationship. Though movies and television might tell you that sex is only for the young, they are wrong. The need for intimacy is ageless. Sex changes as you age. Joints just do not move like they used to and gravity has taken its course on the body.
To maintain a satisfying sex life, talk with your partner, communication is the key to a happy and content sex life. Set aside time to be sensual and sexual together. Share your thoughts about lovemaking; tell your partner what you want from him or her.
Many articles speak of men loosing their sex drive as they age and enter their 50’s. Do not believe what the women’s magazines spout. Sex in your 50’s can be magical and certainly without the concerns of youth, such as pregnancy.
As a woman approach menopause, estrogen production decreases. As a result, most women have less natural vaginal lubrication, which can affect sexual pleasure. There are over the counter products that certainly can assist in the pain of penetration.
As we age, illness and medications can inhibit sexual response. Illnesses that involve the cardiovascular system, high blood pressure, diabetes, hormonal problems, depression or anxiety — and the medications used to treat these conditions — can pose potential sexual health concerns.
High blood pressure, for instance, can affect your ability to become aroused, as can certain medications used to treat high blood pressure.
Do not let embarrassment keep you from asking your doctor for help — sexuality and aging do not need to be something that embarrassing. Sexuality and aging are a beautiful process that we need to embrace.
People of all ages must be vigilant about practicing safe sex. Sexually transmitted disease is on the rise in the aging population. With the divorce rate what it is, marriages are taking place later in life.
Many books and magazines talk about sexuality in the second half of life. Sex is not just for the young, it is for people of all ages. Sex at 90 is going to be fun and terrific.
Pamela D Bussi was born and raised in northern Montana along the hi-line. Writing, web design and photography are her passions. Pamela is predominately a non-fiction writer with topics related to health, wellness and lifestyle. She resides with her husband in Bozeman, Montana. She is currently studying with the New York Institute of Photography. She is a contributing author to Montana Healthy Living Magazine as well as a photojournalist for the Examiner at examiner.com, Ezine.com, Seed.com and Power Women Magazine. Check out more information at: www.pamelabussi.com.
