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Self-castration.

D Murphy1, M Murphy, R Grainger

  • 1Department of Urology, St James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.

Irish Journal of Medical Science
|July 18, 2002
PubMed
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A rare case of self-castration occurred in a transgender individual distressed by long sex reassignment surgery (SRS) wait times. This highlights the need for improved mental health resources for gender dysphoria patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Gender Studies
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Deliberate genital self-mutilation is a rare phenomenon.
  • Self-castration, a severe form of self-mutilation, has been documented in a limited number of cases.

Observation:

  • This report details a case of self-castration in a transgender individual experiencing significant distress.
  • The individual's dissatisfaction stemmed from prolonged waiting periods for sex reassignment surgery (SRS).

Findings:

  • The primary factor precipitating this act appears to be depression, exacerbated by the extensive delays in accessing SRS.
  • Standard treatments, including psychotherapy and hormonal therapy, were ineffective in managing the individual's distress.

Implications:

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  • The case underscores the critical need for enhanced mental health support and accessible resources for individuals with genuine gender dysphoria.
  • Healthcare systems should address the impact of lengthy waiting times for gender-affirming care to prevent severe psychological distress and adverse outcomes.