Why does no one talk about what really happens to your sex drive as you get older? In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey talk about libido, hormones and desire, from the oestrogen cream changing women’s lives to the truth about testosterone, stress, and why so many couples quietly lose their spark. Plus, Cherry reveals why a "luxury afternoon" might just be the ultimate health hack!

The content of No Appointment Necessary has adult themes and is for general information — it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. 

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Chapters:

0:00 - A heads-up: adult themes ahead

1:00 - What is libido — and why does it change over time?

3:10 - How hormones and menopause impact desire.

7:30 - The life-changing power of oestrogen cream.

10:00 - The testosterone truth: what women need to know.

16:00- Painful sex and why you should never ignore it.

18:55 - Bleeding after sex: when to see a doctor.

19:40- Size myths, clitoris facts, and real sex education.

23:40 - How to improve sex in long-term relationships.

27:45 - Why afternoon sex might just be the best kind.

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Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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