Sexual health

Sex lives change and evolve over time—but you should never feel like you have to settle for a less-satisfying sex life due to menopause or a medical condition. Look to Spectrum Health for understanding, confidential care.

Sexual health includes your physical, emotional, mental and social well-being related to sexuality. If you’re concerned about your sexual health, you’re not alone. Almost 40% of women at some point experience an issue significant enough to interfere with sexual activity.

See the Midlife, Menopause and Sexual Health team for care of:

Trust us to help you feel at ease. We reserve 30 to 60 minutes for your appointment—so you’ll never feel rushed. Our team takes time to get to know your specific concerns and answer your questions. We work alongside your primary care provider so you get focused, coordinated care.

Your doctor will work with you to create an individualized care plan based on your needs and desires. Your plan may include:

• Alternative therapies – such as yoga or supplements
• Hormone therapy – Treats common symptoms of menopause by replacing estrogen in your body
• Pelvic floor physical therapy – Use manual therapy, exercises and other techniques to improve pelvic floor control, strength and function
• Sexual devices – Help stretch and relax the vaginal muscles
• Sexual health counseling – Addresses physical and psychological concerns related to sex