Maybe, especially if there’s been a recent shift—if, say, you typically enjoy sex three times a week but haven’t felt like doing it in months, or getting it on sounds good in theory, but when the moment arises you’re just not aroused. Your gyno can help you identify libido-crushing down-there issues (e.g., some STIs, fibroids) or medical conditions (diabetes, high blood pressure). If you’re physically shipshape, she can refer you to a therapist to help you spot and overcome relationship issues or stress, both of which can tank your sex drive.
This article originally appeared in the May 2017 issue of Women’s Health. For more great advice, pick up a copy of the issue on newsstands now!