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Menopause symptoms and sexual health

Menopause-related changes, such as decreases in libido, vaginal dryness, and sexual pain, that alter sexual behavior and comfort during intercourse.

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Jan 18, 2026

What differences exist in sexual satisfaction between younger and older women?

Research paints a mixed but coherent picture: sexual activity tends to decline with age, yet many studies find that older women often report similar or even higher sexual satisfaction than younger wom...

Jan 11, 2026

Do women's sexual preferences change after menopause?

Women’s sexual preferences after menopause do not follow a single trajectory: some report increased enjoyment or freedom, while many experience declines in desire, arousal, comfort, or orgasmic respon...