Patient's question:
I am 48 years old, and I have been divorced from my husband for three years. During this time, I have not found another man, and I haven't had sexual activity for a long time. I've noticed that I'm experiencing some menopausal symptoms. Could long-term lack of sexual activity lead to early menopause?Doctor's answer:
Sexual satisfaction and sexual harmony are key factors for maintaining stable physiological characteristics and hormone levels in women. Long-term lack of regular sexual activity can lead to endocrine disorders in the body, affecting the normal secretion function of the ovaries, causing hormone levels to rise, and thus early onset of menopausal symptoms. It is recommended that women engage in appropriate sexual activity, pay attention to sexual hygiene. Additionally, it is advisable to increase nutrition and consume more legume foods during the perimenopausal period to sufficiently supplement estrogen.