A few observations on the effect of sex on libido

Symptoms Sexual
#1

This is something that’s happened me twice now. Its definately not a coincidence.

Basically, after a night (and morning) of sex, at times where i was really aroused (strangely, this only happens to its full extent since my PFS with a “new partner” on a first or second encounter…strange!) i find that for the next few days i recover some libido.

Basically on these days i get spontaneous “semi’s” throughout the day and have sexual thoughts. This only happened me two or three times now. After 3 or 4 days i return to base. NB - otherwise i barely ever get spontaneous erections and even more rarely any real feeling of “surge” in my drive.

How i interpret this is that i get a surge of testosterone (or some other method that counters my estrogenic dominance) as a result. It never continues, obviously.

This definately isn’t a placebo or anything mental.

Anyone else find this? I think this alone is proof that SEX can increase test levels.

#2

I’ve had some of these experiences. The problem is that over time they get worse and worse until almost nothing can cause that feeling and minor creation of libido. For me the more it’s used over time the more it’s disappearing. I’m closing in on being off for 3 years and what held me together for so long was the hope that things would improve. However I find now that I am more actively trying to avoid sexual contact of any kind, 1 time a week is too much, it just drags me down worse. I hate sex now. I feel little to nothing to really uncomfortable if it even works. I should be happy to spread my seed, that’s what drives males. Now I’m even finding women disgusting whereas prefin I used to crave them.

I can’t believe that I’m becoming more and more repulsed by the idea of any sexual activity. All I think of now is 1) can I get it to work enough for penetration? 2) Can I focus enough to keep it hard enough? 3) I hope she comes quickly and I remain numb so I don’t have to because an orgasm destroys my strength and energy and it no longer feels good.

#3

Yep, I’ve experienced the same kind of shit… Makes you think its all in your head right?

#4

In my head? Not at all. It makes me think that its my body’s response to a surge of sexual energy but it cant sustain or reach its full effect due to PFS…

If anything the small “boost” is proof my body still is physically capable but there’s something holding it back (high e2 and SHBG…fact).

#5

I was joking.

#6

Colin, I’ve noticed this with me, too.

Question - Have you ever had a problem with premature ejaculation/lasting for a VERY short time in bed? This is now the main problem with me in the PFS battle.

#7

I dont think ive changed in that regard tbh.