A summary of my answers to challenging and most frequently asked questions especially by women who have relationship and intimacy challenges with their partners
By Dr Michael Broadly at Substack: Health Science Research By Dr Mike Broadly
As a retired healthcare professional, in some online health forums, I’ve been answering challenging questions on health, nutrition, longevity, relationships, and sex. Helping others give me immense pleasure in my retirement years.
Recently, I engaged with several Quora questions and wrote about two of them. Thankfully, both gained more visibility compared to my other stories on challenging topics like breast cancer, suicide, abortion, and dementia, which didn’t reach as many readers.
For those who missed my answers to two the previous questions here are the links:
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8 Hard Questions Woman Asked on Online Questions and the Summary of My Answers
My answers were comprehensive like the previous stories but fitting eight questions in a story is impossible to I give you a brief summary with key points that might give you some perspectives. Please feel free to add your comments to extend them. There is no shame to talk about sexual health. It is an important topic we talk about more.
1 — Why don’t we have sex anymore?
Depending on your age and lifestyle, there can be many reasons for a decrease in sexual activity, from stress and health issues to changes in your relationship dynamic. It’s crucial to approach this topic with love and understanding, discussing openly how you both feel and what might be needed to rekindle intimacy.
2 — Why does my partner have no time for sex?
Life can be demanding for many of us. Sometimes, busy schedules, work stress, or fatigue can make it hard for your partner to find the time or energy for intimacy. It’s important to talk openly about how you both can reconnect and prioritize your relationship amidst life’s challenges. We need to express our feelings in a healthy and constructive way.
3 — Why does my husband have erectile difficulty?
Erectile difficulties can be caused by various factors, including stress, anxiety, or underlying health conditions like diabetes or heart disease. It’s a common issue and not something to feel ashamed about. Encouraging your husband to speak with a healthcare professional can lead to effective treatments and improve his overall well-being.
4— Why does my husband finish too fast?
Premature ejaculation is more common than many realize and can be influenced by stress, anxiety, or physical factors. Gentle, supportive conversations and possibly exploring techniques or therapy together can help manage this concern.
5— Why doesn’t my partner initiate sex?
Your partner might be dealing with stress, body image concerns, or even fear of rejection. They might also have a different sexual desire level. A kind and open conversation about how you both feel can help uncover any underlying issues and bring you closer.
6— Why do we have mismatched sexual desire?
It’s normal for couples to have differing levels of sexual desire at times. This can be influenced by physical health, emotional state, or even how connected you feel as a couple. Exploring ways to meet in the middle and maintaining open communication can help balance your needs.
7— Why is my intercourse so painful?
Pain during intercourse can be due to various medical conditions, such as vaginal dryness, infections, or pelvic issues, and it’s important not to ignore it. Speaking with a healthcare provider can help identify the cause and offer solutions, whether through treatment or adjustments to your intimate routine.
Final Words and Key Takeaways
Each of these responses aims to address the concern with empathy, offer potential reasons based on health and relationship factors, and encourage open communication or seeking professional help where necessary.
It’s understandable to have these concerns. So, it’s important to approach them with understanding, empathy, and compassion. There can be many reasons why our partners may seem less interested in sex or why we are facing difficulties. We need to talk and address the issues together with our partners and obtain support from trusted friends and community members.
Stress, health issues, and even relationship dynamics can play significant roles. For example, erectile difficulties or premature ejaculation can stem from both physical and psychological factors, including anxiety or underlying health conditions. We need to get support from qualified healthcare professionals.
Mismatched sexual desire is also common. It’s something many couples navigate. Painful intercourse can be due to various medical conditions or even stress. Open, compassionate communication with your partner, and seeking guidance and support from a healthcare professional or psychotherapist, can help address these issues and bring you closer together.
If you enjoyed this story you may check out this interesting one which was written in my Aussie accent by my mentor Dr Mehmet Yildiz (Newsletter).
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I am a retired healthcare scientist in his mid-70s, and I have several grandkids who keep me going and inspire me to write on this platform. I am also the chief editor of the Health and Science publication on Medium.com. As a giveback activity, I volunteered as an editor for Illumination publications, supporting many new writers. I will be happy to read, publish, and promote your stories. You may connect with me on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Quora, where I share stories I read. You may subscribe to my account to get my stories in your inbox when I post. You can also find my distilled content on Subtack: Health Science Research By Dr Mike Broadly.
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