Amplification of sexual behavior

What it means

An abnormal increase of libido (sexual desire), typically accompanied by a higher frequency of sexual activity compared to from a person's previous norm.

Engaging in riskier sexual practices, experiencing a significant increase in frequency, having multiple sexual partners, or spending excessive time on sexual activities can become disproportionate to other aspects of a person's life.

Rare diseases that can present with this5

The range is how often this sign appears among people diagnosed with each disease — it is not a probability of having any of them. Many of these signs also occur in common, non-rare conditions. A sign on this page is a conversation to have with a clinician, not a conclusion.

Part of the broader category

Also called: Hypersexuality · Increase in sexual behavior · Increased sexual behavior · Increased sexual behaviour