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Tapered off lexapro sexual dysfunction still remains. numbness penis shaft, no sensitivity, no libido. can any1 recommend anything to help reverse s/d?

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Sexual dysfx ?'s: See a urologist , as described dysfunction may be caused by more than psychological effects. Peyrone's disease may inhibit blood flow or diminished testosterone production may decrease libido.

Answered 2/22/2021

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A member asked:

Tapered off lexapro sexual dysfunction still remains. numbness penis shaft, no sensitivity, no libido. can any1 recommend anything to help reverse s/d?

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