Sexuality usually returns to normal after stopping the drugs But sometimes, sex problems persist. It is worth noting that in yanik's report, the patient eventually ceased drug treatment because of the side effects and started electroconvulsive therapy, after which she recovered from both hypersexuality and depression Some people who take certain types of antidepressants experience lasting sexual dysfunction for months or years after stopping the medication While ssris usually cause sexual dysfunction, rare cases like this suggest paradoxical effects on sexual desire Sexual dysfunctions in the form of reduced sexual desire, difficulty reaching orgasm, or inability to maintain an erection are commonly reported with ssri use, either by the patient or by the spouse
Sexual dysfunction predisposes loss of treatment compliance. Although some or all sexual side effects that start with the use of ssris might continue after stopping the medication, other sexual complaints can develop Decreased capacity to experience sexual.
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