CauseExamplesSexual symptoms
Hormonal/endocrineHypothalamic-pituitary axis dysfunction, surgical/medical castration, menopause, chronic oral contraceptive use, premature ovarian failureDecreased libido/desire, vaginal dryness, lack of arousal
MusculogenicHyper- or hypotonicity of pelvic floor musclesHypertonicity: sexual pain disorders, including vaginismus
Hypotonicity: vaginal hypoesthesia, coital anorgasmy, urinary incontinence associated with sexual activity
NeurogenicSpinal cord injury; disorders of the central or peripheral nervous system (e.g., diabetes, upper motor neuron injury)Anorgasmy
PsychogenicRelationship problems, poor body image, decreased self-esteem, mood disorders, adverse effect of psychotropic medication useDecreased libido/desire, decreased arousal, hypoesthesia, anorgasmy
VasculogenicDiminished blood flow to genitals secondary to atherosclerosis, hormonal influences, traumaVaginal dryness, dyspareunia