{"id":401417,"date":"2023-08-10T09:27:58","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T09:27:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/?p=401417"},"modified":"2025-10-30T09:55:05","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T09:55:05","slug":"female-sexual-arousal-disorder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/womens-health\/female-sexual-arousal-disorder\/","title":{"rendered":"Female Sexual Arousal Disorder: When Desire Misses Sensation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (FSAD), now often included under the broader term Female Sexual Interest\/Arousal Disorder (FSIAD), affects many women. FSAD is more common than many people think. It happens when a woman wants to have sex, but her body doesn\u2019t respond the way she expects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She may not feel wet, warm, or excited, even with touch or love. This can feel confusing, upsetting, or even scary. Many women go through this, especially during stressful times, after childbirth, or around Menopause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that help is available, and things can get better. This article will explain what causes this condition, what signs to look for, and how to treat it. Keep reading to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n

What is Female Sexual Arousal Disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n

Female Sexual Arousal Disorder is a type of Sexual Interest\/Arousal Disorder in women. This <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Female Sexual Dysfunction<\/a> involves difficulty in becoming or staying sexually aroused. This can include physical signs like reduced genital lubrication or swelling, or a lack of mental excitement or pleasure during sexual activity.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) defines Female Sexual Interest\/Arousal Disorder as having at least three of the symptoms you will find listed later, like absence of interest in sexual activity, lasting at least six months and causing distress.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n

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