Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
There is currently no known cure, although there have been isolated reports of sufferers stating that they are cured.
This question cannot be answered conclusively. It is theoretically possible that stopping suddenly may increase the chance of developing PSSD.
Unfortunately, no. Even if you have stopped the same drug or a drug from the same group before without problems, you can develop PSSD if you start taking it again.
Yes, there is a (relatively new) German-speaking PSSD forum and an English-speaking PSSD forum for a long time. There you can exchange information anonymously. We also treat your data confidentially when you contact us.
You can contact Dr. Signerski-Warrior (University Medicine Goettingen).
There is currently no knowledge about which sex is affected more often. Men may go to the doctor more quickly if they are affected.
No. From the observations that we make in our WhatsApp groups and in forums for those affected, it can be inferred that people who were particularly satisfied with their sex life before taking the drug or who had above-average pleasure in sexuality are more likely to seek help for PSSD -Look for complaints.
The same applies here: No statements can be made about this at the moment, as it is not known what triggers PSSD. In the club environment, there are a few women who first developed PGAD and then PSSD after stopping the drug. Connections are therefore possible, but would have to be investigated more closely.
The exact mechanism of action of the various psychotropic drugs has not been sufficiently researched. So we don't know exactly what triggers the drugs in the brain. Even if, at least with SSRIs, the name alone sounds as if the drugs only act on the serotonin metabolism, that is not correct.
Don't be put off or switch doctors in an emergency. You can refer to our association, to the articles on ZDF and to various articles about PSSD. You can also download our information letter and take it with you to the doctor.
Speak openly with your doctor and clarify whether another medication is suitable for you, if possible not an SSRI/SNRI. Don't just be put off with the argument "I've never heard that before".
Don't just stop taking the medication. Instead, speak openly with your doctor and find out whether you can slowly come off the medication or whether you can switch to another medication, preferably not an SSRI/SNRI.
Speak openly with your doctor. If possible, take your partner or another companion with you to the interview to support you.
Inform your doctor. If possible, bring your partner with you to the interview for support.
We run a WhatsApp group where we exchange information and support each other. Please send us an email with your mobile number so we can add you to the group.
Please read the section on WhatsApp groups (especially the group rules) in full before doing so.