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S M Agarwal¹, P G Divakara, K B Pramanik

¹S.M. Agarwal, DPM, Consultant Psychiatrist and Head, Bokaro General Hospital, Bokaro Steel Plant, Bokaro Steel City, Bihar- 827 004.

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This case study details a 52-year-old male experiencing koro, characterized by severe anxiety and fear of genital retraction. Treatment involved medication and therapy, with a five-year follow-up.

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Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Psychology

Background:

Koro is a culture-bound syndrome characterized by intense anxiety over genital retraction.
Classical koro presents with specific symptoms including fear of complete disappearance and death.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe a case of classical koro in a 52-year-old male.
To discuss etiological, developmental, and personality factors contributing to anxiety in koro.

Main Methods:

Case report of a single patient.
Pharmacological treatment with anxiolytics and antidepressants.
Psychotherapeutic intervention including dual sex therapy.
Longitudinal follow-up for five years.

Main Results:

The patient exhibited acute anxiety, fear of genital retraction, and fear of death.
Treatment led to management of symptoms.
Five-year follow-up indicated sustained improvement.

Conclusions:

Classical koro is associated with significant anxiety and specific fears.
A combination of pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions can be effective.
Long-term follow-up is crucial for managing koro syndrome.