Paroxetine-Induced Vaginal Anaesthesia

Antidepressant drugs cause a variety of sexual side effects such as decreased libido, impaired erection and delayed or absent ejaculation and orgasm. They cause distress, strain relationships, impair quality of life and reduce compliance to treatment. However, antidepressant-induced changes in sexual sensations are rare. Here, we report on a case of paroxetine-induced loss of sensation in the vagina.

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