Sexual Health & Aging — Intimacy Through the Years
Intimacy remains a healthy, positive part of life at every age. This guide explains how bodies and needs change over time, and how to nurture comfortable, fulfilling intimacy as you age.
How sexual health changes with age, the physical shifts to expect, staying comfortable and connected, and when to seek medical advice.
What's inside
- →Intimacy at every age — a positive view
- →Physical changes — what to expect
- →Staying comfortable — practical care
- →Connection & communication — with a partner
- →Health & medications — the links
- →When to see a doctor — getting support
For educational purposes only
This guide is educational information about sexual health for adults — it is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and it is not a substitute for care from a qualified doctor or sexual-health clinic. It does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. See a doctor or clinic for testing, diagnosis, contraception advice, and treatment, and do not start or stop any medication without medical advice. Regular STI testing is an important part of sexual health. Seek prompt medical care for severe pelvic or genital pain, signs of infection (fever, unusual discharge, or sores), or any reaction to medication; in a medical emergency, call 911.