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Little-known sexual symptoms of MS to be aware of

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Published 18:40 16 Jan 2024 GMT

Little-known sexual symptoms of MS to be aware of

Multiple Sclerosis is a serious health condition that can also have an affect on your sexual health

Joshua Nair

Joshua Nair

Following Christina Applegate's appearance at the Emmys last night, more people than ever are becoming aware of the signs and symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

MS is a lifelong condition which affects both the brain and spinal cord, causing a wide range of varying symptoms including problems with vision, arm or leg movement, sensation or balance, muscle stiffness, numbness and problems with thinking, learning and planning.

The condition is currently under the spotlight following Applegate's speech at the Emmys, which comes three years after her diagnosis with the condition.

The Anchorman and Dead to Me star took to the stage with a cane to present the first award of the night, and was welcomed with a sea of applause.

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The 52-year-old jokingly said: "Oh my god, you're totally shaming me with disability by standing up. It's fine."

As with most health conditions, some people are more vulnerable than others and certain factors may increase your risk of developing MS, as well as there being lesser-known signs to look out for.

As well as the main obstacles brought on by MS, the condition can also affect your intimacy and sexual health.

Though these symptoms may be less known, it is important to be aware of what they are:

MS can bring on a number of lesser known sexual symptoms that are important to be aware of.
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Sexual Problems

Some of the ways MS can impact your sex life include erectile dysfunction, vaginal dryness, numbness and overall loss of libido.

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MS can have an emotional and mental effect, causing pain, depression and fatigue that can make the condition hard to talk about with loved ones or a medical professional.

Physical changes

Sexual arousal begins in the central nervous system (CNS), so if the nerves have been damaged by MS it means the brain cannot send messages to sexual organs as efficiently.

Therefore, men and women can both struggle to have an orgasm, with men suffering with an inability to ejaculate while women can have difficulties with arousal and sexual pain.

Emotional changes

Numerous emotional factors can also contribute to sexual dysfunction in those with MS.

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Anxiety, anger, depression, decreased self-esteem and even the overall stress of living with a chronic illness can negatively impact your sexual health.

It can also impact the dynamics of your relationship with your significant other.

MS can affect you in numerous ways that go beyond physical aspects.
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Treating Sexual Dysfunction due to MS

The most common issue suffered by men is the inability to achieve an erection, which be treated through medications, injections of a papaverine or a MUSE urethral suppository.

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Women tend to suffer the most from a reduced sensation and vaginal dryness.

This can be treated with the use of sex toys, lubricants or clitoral pumps which suction around the clitoris and help with sexual arousal.

If you’re living with MS and need emotional support or information about the disorder, call MS Society’s Helpline for free Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm (except bank holidays) on 0808 800 8000 or visit their website

Featured Image Credit: Getty Stock Images

Topics: Health, NHS

Joshua Nair
Joshua Nair

Joshua Nair is a journalist at LADbible. Born in Malaysia and raised in Dubai, he has always been interested in writing about a range of subjects, from sports to trending pop culture news. After graduating from Oxford Brookes University with a BA in Media, Journalism and Publishing, he got a job freelance writing for SPORTbible while working in marketing before landing a full-time role at LADbible. Unfortunately, he's unhealthily obsessed with Manchester United, which takes its toll on his mental and physical health. Daily.

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