Anna • PSSD Scandinavia

• @PSSDNetwork • here to raise awareness for Post-#SSRI Sexual Dysfunction

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

It’s my 22nd birthday. I was harmed by Lexapro 6 years ago. Emotional blunting and genital numbness have yet to go away, though I discontinued all SSRI medication many years ago.

I was never informed of the possibility of this devastating and debilitating condition.

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

It’s time to make the distinction that PSSD is a neurological condition, caused by SSRI and SNRI medication. Most PSSD patients would agree that the sudden onset of our symptoms can only be explained as a shift in our own neurology.

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

"I have no hobbies and no interest in anything since being medicated."

Gina discusses her persistent #PSSD symptoms, induced by the SSRI Lexapro (escitalopram).

Her symptoms have continued even after stopping the medication in 2021.

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

Daniel's #PSSD began after he took the #SSRI #Celexa (#citalopram) for anxiety and depression.

The medication made him lose all empathy and damaged his sexual function.

6 years after stopping the medication, he has not returned to normal.

Read his story in this thread👇

[PSSD Scandinavia @JuhanaSakari]

SSRI induced vasculitis cases are well documented. SSRIs have also triggered MS. Small fiber neuropathy seems to be a common complication (PSSD). By clinical picture it's impossible to separate Post Vaccine Syndrome from severe SSRI "withdrawal". These are immunomodulators!!!!

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

To all #PSSD sufferers who shared their stories in our patient spotlight: thank you for your bravery and dedication to raising awareness.

Your voices are essential in helping others understand this condition. You are not alone in this fight.

If you are a PSSD sufferer and would like to submit your own story, consider doing so here: https://t.co/24iLm8G28F

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

Under the presumption that there are no long-term side effects, #SSRI and #SNRI medications are frequently prescribed to children.

In this video, 19-year-old Aaron tells a different story. #PSSD

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

@MohisDev I am a 6 year case. It seems like a significant subgroup of PSSD patients, alongside loss of emotion-triggered and sexual sensations, suffer with other debilitating symptoms which overlap with some other chronic illnesses

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

The prevalence of PSSD is currently unknown, indicative evidence suggests that milder forms of the condition may be relatively common. This is also what the experts believe who are looking into it. We encourage you to review the available literature and data on PSSD.

PSSD is a direct result of medication use, and symptoms such as genital numbness cannot be dismissed as psychosomatic. Patients commonly report a loss of physical sensation in their genitals following medication intake.

SSRIs are known to numb genitals and reduce sensations. They're also prescribed for premature ejaculation, unfortunately, in the case of PSSD, these genital numbing effects can be permanent.

The European Medicines Agency (@EMA_News) has acknowledged that sexual side effects can persist even after discontinuation of SNRI and SSRI medication, and has urged all drug manufacturers to include this information on their labels.

As of now, the FDA has yet to respond to a citizen's petition submitted in 2018.

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

Sandra initially developed #PSSD from #Zoloft. She later took #Wellbutrin and #Effexor which worsened her symptoms.

Her psychiatrist repeatedly ensured her that her symptoms would go away after quitting.

1.5 years off all medications, her symptoms persist

Read her story here👇

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

@GoldmeierDavid @DrMcFillin It seems to me like these post-SSRI and post-AD issues start once trying to discontinue AD and then for a subgroup of people these issues can persist for years. They can vary from mild to severe and are a “whole new” type of discomfort and can severely affect quality of life

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

@GoldmeierDavid @DrMcFillin @GoldmeierDavid Can I ask, did most of your patients stay on AD? Or were they on AD for a period of time (months to years) & successfully discontinued?

I’ve talked to people, I feel like I can say a lot of people over the years, who have issues once trying to come off of meds

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

@daniel56513 @DrMcFillin Hey @daniel56513 bcs you’re aware of PSSD, could u follow @PSSDNetwork ?

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

@DrMcFillin could u check out @PSSDNetwork about this condition, which includes persisting sexual dysfunction and emotional blunting? This can persist for years or even indefinitely in a subgroup.

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

I have some sort of libido. I am in a happy relationship, but because of SSRIs which I took and discontinued over 6 years ago, I have numb genitals and anorgasmia. I feel mentally aroused but nothing happens physically.

This is not something anyone should have to deal with.

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

@PSSDNetwork @PSSDCanada

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

Becky (23 years old) initially developed #PSSD from #Zoloft (#sertraline) which she started taking at 16.

Her condition got significantly worse after doctors made her switch to #citalopram, #fluoxetine, #venlafaxine and lastly #wellbutrin.

Read her story in this thread 👇

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

Marcos was prescribed the #SSRI #Lexapro (#escitalopram) for mild anxiety at the age of 16.

When he was experiencing withdrawal, his doctor told him that his symptoms were psychological.

3 years after stopping, his #PSSD symptoms persist.

Read his story in this thread👇

[PSSD Network | Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction @PSSDNetwork]

Medical student, Gregor, initially developed #PSSD from #Lexapro (#escitalopram) in 2020 at the age of 22.

In an attempt to alleviate his symptoms, he took #trazodone, and later #Wellbutrin (#bupropion) with catastrophic results.

Read his story in this thread👇

[Anna • PSSD Scandinavia @anna11bella]

@elonmusk @therabbithole Hey @elonmusk could u check out @PSSDNetwork? There is a subgroup of us with post-SSRI sexual dysfunction.

Post-SSRI emotional blunting + issues w memory/cognition can also take years to subside. It seems like whatever causes persisting SD also causes persisting emot. blunting

[Canadian PSSD Society @PSSDCanada]

"PSSD is a medical condition that persists after antidepressants are discontinued.
An extensive field review describes its symptoms as causing 'substantial and prolonged suffering'.”
https://t.co/uHEDwryi9N