What You Need to Know About Anorgasmia

Anorgasmia is a condition in which an individual is unable to achieve orgasm even when there is a considerable amount of sexual stimulation taking place. While the condition is normally identified with women, the condition can also impact men who are able to achieve an erection and engage in sexual intercourse, but are unable to reach the point of orgasm. Because of the deep emotional issues this condition can trigger, it is often a good idea to identify the underlying causes and treat them as quickly as possible.

There are actually three different classifications of anorgasmia. With primary anorgasmia, the individual has never experienced an orgasm of any kind. This is the most uncommon form of the condition. Secondary anorgasmia is a situation in which the individual has experience sexual climax in the past, but is no longer able to achieve this level of pleasure. Situational orgasm is used to refer to cases where the individual is only able to achieve orgasm during specific sexual activity, such as masturbation.

All three types of anorgasmia can be caused by physical or psychological factors. In fact, many cases are due to a combination of emotional and physical issues. Generally, a physician will evaluate all physical possibilities first, by evaluating any medications the individual currently takes, and performing a physical exam to make sure no abnormalities are present, and to confirm there are no developing diseases that may be diminishing sensitivity and sexual pleasure. Along with the physical, the doctor is also likely to collect samples of body fluids to test for chemical imbalances.

When a physical cause or causes is identified, the physician can take steps to treat the condition and thus cure the anorgasmia. This may include the use of some type of hormone therapy or treating a disease that is in its early stages. As proper balance is restored, the level of sexual intensity is likely to return and thus allow the individual to experience orgasms once more.

There is a good chance the individual will also make use of counseling to deal with any underlying causes or even to address the emotional distress that has come about since problems with achieving orgasm first developed. With both men and women, therapy with a licensed professional can make it possible to identify any pre-existing issues that led to the anorgasmia, as well as alleviate concerns about performance anxiety or feelings of guilt connected with sexual activity.