Carnal Dysfunction

Overview

Carnal dysfunction refers to a problem occurring during any phase of the Carnal response cycle that prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the Carnal activity. The Carnal response cycle traditionally includes excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution. Desire and arousal are both part of the excitement phase of the Carnal response. While research suggests that Carnal dysfunction is common (43 percent of women and 31 percent of men report some degree of difficulty), it is a topic that many people are hesitant to discuss. Because treatment options are available, it is important to share your concerns with your partner and healthcare provider.

Stress is a common cause of Carnal dysfunction. Other causes include:

• Carnal trauma
• psychological issues
• diabetes
• heart disease or other medical conditions
• drug use
• alcohol use
• certain medications

Types of Carnal Dysfunction

Carnal dysfunction generally is classified into four categories:

1. Desire disorders-lack of Carnal desire or interest in sex
2. Arousal disorders-inability to become physically aroused or excited during Carnal activity
3. Orgasm disorders-delay or absence of orgasm (climax)
4. Pain disorders-pain during intercourse

Symptoms of Carnal Dysfunction

In men:

• Inability to achieve or maintain an erection suitable for intercourse (erectile dysfunction)
• Absent or delayed ejaculation despite adequate Carnal stimulation (retarded ejaculation)
• Inability to control the timing of ejaculation (early or premature ejaculation)

In women:

• Inability to achieve orgasm
• Inadequate vaginal lubrication before and during intercourse
• Inability to relax the vaginal muscles enough to allow intercourse

In men and women:

• Lack of interest in or desire for sex
• Inability to become aroused
• Pain with intercourse

Treating Physical Causes

Treatment depends on the specific cause. Sometimes, treating an underlying medical condition will resolve the situation. In some cases, switching medications may work. ED treatment has advanced a lot in recent years. Many men have positive results using prescription medications like Viagra. Other remedies include mechanical aids, penile implants, or surgery. Lubricating gels or creams or hormone therapy may solve the problem of vaginal dryness.

Treating Psychological Causes

Psychological counselling may help. A therapist can teach you how to cope with stress and anxiety. Joint counselling with your partner can help improve communication and increase intimacy. Sometimes, support and education about Carnal behavior are all that you need. You can address body image and other inhibitions in counselling. For deeply rooted Carnal dysfunction, psychotherapy may be necessary.

Carnal Dysfunction Diagnosis 

In most cases, the individual recognizes that there is a problem interfering with his or her enjoyment (or the partner's enjoyment) of a Carnal relationship. The clinician likely will begin with a complete history of symptoms and a physical. He or she may order diagnostic tests to rule out any medical problems that may be contributing to the dysfunction, if needed. Typically, lab testing plays a very limited role in the diagnosis of Carnal dysfunction. An evaluation of the person's attitudes about sex, as well as other possible contributing factors (fear, anxiety, past Carnal trauma/abuse, relationship concerns, medications, alcohol or drug abuse, etc.) will help the clinician understand the underlying cause of the problem, and will help him or her make recommendations for appropriate treatment.

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