Hello,

Please learn about PSSD. It does not occur to most people who take SSRIs but a significant number of former SSRI users now have PSSD which there is no cure.


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post-SSRI_sex ual_dysfunction

"Post-SSRI sexual dysfunction (PSSD)[1] is an iatrogenic type of sexual dysfunction caused directly by the previous use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants. While apparently uncommon, it can last for months, years, or sometimes indefinitely after the discontinuation of SSRIs. It may represent a specific subtype of SSRI discontinuation syndrome.

One or more of the following sexual symptoms persist or begin after the discontinuation of SSRIs.

Decreased or absent libido
Impotence or reduced vaginal lubrication
Difficulty initiating or maintaining an erection or becoming aroused
Persistent sexual arousal syndrome despite absence of desire
Muted, delayed or absent orgasm (anorgasmia)
Reduced or no experience of pleasure during orgasm (ejaculatory anhedonia)
Premature ejaculation
Weakened penile, vaginal or clitoral sensitivity
Genital anesthesia
Loss or decreased response to sexual stimuli
Reduced semen volume
Priapism

Published Reports
The first three cases of typical hyposexuality caused by PSSD were published in May 2006,[10] A fourth case was published soon after[11] and a fifth case was published in late 2007[12]. In early 2008, three more cases were published[13] in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, selected from a Yahoo Group comprised of over 1600 PSSD sufferers. There have also been several published cases of Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD)[14][15][16] and premature ejaculation[17] that start and last long after withdrawal from SSRIs. These symptoms are quite different from, and should not be confused with, hypersexuality. "

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0a1-LJNW6Q

NEVER QUIT SSRIs SUDDENLY. REDUCE THE DOSAGE GRADUALLY OVER A PERIOD OF SEVERAL MONTHS UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF YOUR DOCTOR.

Thank you.