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Side effects of pharmacotherapy on bone with long-acting gonadorelin agonist triptorelin for paraphilia
John Hoogeveen1, Eveline Van der Veer
1Hoeve Boschoord, Boschoord Drenthe, The Netherlands. john.hoogeveen@ggzdrenthe.nl
Introduction:
There have been limited research studies concerning the use of libido inhibitors for the treatment of patients with a paraphilia. Observational studies suggest that agents that lower testosterone are an effective treatment for paraphilia.
Aim:
We report a case of hormonal treatment of paraphilia that was associated with side effects.
Method:
A 35-year-old man with a paraphilia was treated with long-acting gonadorelin.
Results:
The desired result was reduced preoccupation with sexuality, but there were various side effects including a serious amount of bone loss.
Conclusion:
We believe that more attention should be given to the adverse effects of long-term treatment with triptorelin. In our view the drug regime needs to be revised.
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