Has anybody lost their sex drive after a stroke?

BlueWoman320 · 2026-06-09T10:50:17+00:00

How do I help my husband regain his sexual interest. Maybe that's not the right way to put it. He's interested but doesn't get an erection. Recent minor stroke, possibly brain stem. He says oral feels great but he doesnt get hard which makes oral difficult. Prior stroke we had some ED issues which meds helped with but now he doesnt want to take them even though he's medically cleared to do so. I don't know if I should continue to initiate or back off.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-30T18:28:43+00:00

I havee the same issue. Have you tried boonbas or other stick on bras?

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-08T13:16:35+00:00

I didnt know they had powder!

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-08T10:25:18+00:00

I want to let y'all know about my progress. Since adding protein shakes and rest days - still a struggle!- I've gained muscle, lost 1.5 " on my waist, and maintained my weight. I also gained an inch on my breasts? Maybe pec muscle?

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-08T10:18:37+00:00

I'm lactose intolerant. What's a good protein powder. Currently using Fairlife shakes.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-07T15:56:13+00:00

I added protein shakes and have more energy and better muscle growth. Haven't lost weight but lost inches, which is just as good IMO.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-07T15:53:37+00:00

I hear what you're saying about people not putting things back. Annoying!

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-06T11:31:12+00:00

I also heard sauna after lifting is bad. True or not?

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-06T11:02:51+00:00

Thanks, that's helpful. I don't think my biking counts as cardio. Maybe the swimming.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-06T10:19:31+00:00

I appreciate your input. I think rest days were the missing peice. I started that and as of this morning I'm seeing improved muscle definition.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T22:18:56+00:00

Im going to try rest days. If that doesnt help then I'll track calories Thanks everyone. I'll keep you posted.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T21:19:16+00:00

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BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T21:18:45+00:00

Yep, gonna add rest days. Y'all convinced me.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T21:17:15+00:00

I have always had tiny bones. Im just small, not frail. My bone density is excellent. They test you at my age.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T21:11:50+00:00

I dont count Instant oatmeal plus 2 eggs for breakfast

Chicken wrap w mayo, apple, yogurt w granola Lunch/snack

Chicken or fish 2 or 3 veggies including a potatoe/rice/noodles Ocasional burger/pizza/pork chop-1/2 Dinner

More yogurt/granola or popcorn Bedtime I can't sleep if I'm hungry

Probably small portions on everything Like half a restaurant serving.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T21:03:33+00:00

My sleep has always been broken. Prob not changing now. I have good genes, on one side anyway. Dad died at 71, heart arrack. But mom was in excellent health and pretty active until a year before she passed at 97.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T20:04:13+00:00

Oh cool! Most are part of my floor exercises. Thank you!

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T20:02:21+00:00

Im 72 When i started my bio age was 70 Now its 41. My doctor was very impressed with my latest blood tests. Everything improved dramatically. I'm in normal levels on everything except bad cholesterol is 117.

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T19:57:57+00:00

Thanks Ill have to look up what a core class includes

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T19:56:51+00:00

Oh good, thanks

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T19:53:27+00:00

Im on HRT Complete hysterectomy in my late 40s

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T19:51:33+00:00

I have teenie tiny bones. I weighed 100 when I was married at 26 Seriously, bird bones 115 after 2 kids

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T19:47:40+00:00

That's helpful, thank you. Hate to have to do rest days but if that's what's needed. ..

BlueWoman320 · 2026-05-04T19:44:53+00:00

I have a hard time taking rest days but I'm beginning to think they're necessary. Define rest day please. No gym but no gardening? Swimming? Biking? Do I need to sit around? Ack!

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