A few months ago, I met someone who feels like my perfect match - someone with whom I share a genuine connection unlike any I’ve had in past relationships. The first few months were amazing during intercourse. However, things took a turn when my doctor prescribed hormone blockers for hair loss.
A few days after starting the medication, I began experiencing some unpleasant side effects, including a significant drop in libido and difficulty getting an erection. I brought this up with my partner, and they were incredibly understanding, reassuring me that they’d support me no matter what. Not wanting to deal with the frustrating side effects, I decided to stop taking the medication after just a few days.
Over the following weeks, my body began to recover, and I noticed I could get erections again. However, there are still moments when I struggle to be aroused or maintain an erection during intimacy. At this point, I feel the issue might no longer be physical but psychological.
Even though my partner remains supportive, I’ve become very self-conscious about my performance. I can’t help but worry that this might affect our relationship in the long run. This is all new to me, and I’m finding it difficult to cope.
Needed to get it off my chest; any insight would be greatly appreciated.