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I have been experiencing a repulsion to physical affection or touch of any kinds, which also extends to sexual intimacy. I'm completely repulsed by the idea of it. I'm a 25 year old young woman, and it has been happening since last 6 months. I'm on SSRIs, and no other hormone pills. However, I work out and keep myself fit. Is there any way to handle this?
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SSRIs r known to cause reduced libido. U might require a change in ur prescription. Discuss it with ur psychiatrist, he/she vil be able to help u better .
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