Women's issues · For women
Sexual side effects of long-term hormonal contraception — reduced libido, vaginal numbness, mood changes. Real for a meaningful subset of users.
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Last reviewed: 2026-06-10 · Reading time ~6 min
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Editorial review by the Tantra Clinic team. Educational, not individual medical advice — clinical sign-off in development. · Last updated June 2026
Hormonal contraception affects sexual function in a measurable subset of users.
Body-reconnection work. Discuss alternatives with prescriber.
Discuss with gyn.
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