In this episode of Moral Medicine, we're featuring Taha, who suffers from Post Accutane Syndrome (PAS) induced by a topical retinoid cream called Avene Retrinal 0.1 Intensive Cream. Taha used the cream for nearly three years, during which he developed a range of physical, sexual, and neurological side effects that continue to affect him today. He discusses the profound impact PAS has had on his life and the tragic, ongoing side effects he still manages.

Post Accutane Syndrome (PAS) refers to a set of chronic and often permanent side effects that some individuals experience after taking the acne medication Accutane (isotretinoin), or similar retinoids. These effects can be far-reaching, including severe neurological symptoms like memory loss, cognitive impairments, mood disorders, and heightened anxiety or depression. Sexual dysfunction is another hallmark of PAS, with many individuals experiencing lasting issues such as erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, genital numbness, and sexual pain. In addition to these, sufferers may endure a wide array of debilitating physical side effects as well, including joint pain, muscle weakness, chronic fatigue, and skin problems, which can severely limit daily functioning. These symptoms often extend far beyond those listed, and can affect almost every system in the body.

Tragically, there is no known cure or effective treatment for PAS, leaving those affected to cope with their condition without adequate medical support or recognition. The lack of understanding from healthcare professionals adds to the devastation, leaving many in a constant battle with a condition that has no clear resolution, robbing them of their quality of life.

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In this short video, Malissa shares her experience taking SSRIs, SNRIs, and benzodiazepines, and the profoundly tragic impact these drugs have had on her life. Dealing with Protractive Withdrawal Syndrome (PWS), Malissa discusses the challenges of finding medical validation, the loss of her physical abilities, and the mental and emotional toll of living with this damage.

Protractive Withdrawal Syndrome (PWS) is a severe and long-lasting condition that can occur after stopping selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Similar to Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD), PWS is the current term for a rare syndrome characterized by the devastating physical neurological effects people can experience after cessation of SSRIs.

PWS has a disastrous impact on patients, their families, and their friends. It often leads to disability, isolation, and even suicide. Every person is valuable, and everyone deserves to make a fully informed choice about their health.

More research into Post Withdrawal Syndrome (PWS) and Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction is desperately needed. Learn more about and support the newest scientific initiative here: https://www.pssdnetwork.org/

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In this video, we're launching a powerful initiative to help those affected by PFS, PSSD, and PAS share their stories and make a meaningful impact. We’re inviting individuals who’ve experienced iatrogenic harm from psychiatric drugs to submit their personal testimonial videos. The process is simple and empowering: your video can be just 3-5 minutes long, and all you need to do is talk about the drug you took and how it has affected your life. This initiative allows you to share your journey without the pressure of a full interview, giving you the freedom to express your experience in your own words and at your own pace.

Your story can be a beacon of hope for others facing similar struggles and help raise awareness about the long-term effects of psychiatric medications. By sharing your voice, you’re contributing to a larger movement that seeks acknowledgment, understanding, and change. It’s an opportunity for you to take control of your narrative and have a direct impact on the conversation surrounding these conditions. We believe that by coming together, these testimonials can provide crucial insights that could lead to better recognition and support for individuals affected by PFS, PSSD, and PAS.

This initiative isn’t just about raising awareness—it’s about empowering you to make a difference in the lives of others. If you're ready to speak out, your voice matters. Join us in this important effort to create a stronger, more supportive community.

Your Story Matters! If you are a suffering patient experiencing damage caused by SSRIs, Finasteride, Accutane (Isotretinoin), Antidepressants, or other anti-androgenic substances, please consider sharing your story with us.

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Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is the current term for a rare syndrome characterized by devastating physical, neurological, and sexual side effects that persist and progress even after stopping Finasteride. This condition occurs primarily in younger men who have taken the drug to treat hair loss, and there is currently no effective treatment available.PFS has a disastrous impact on patients, their families, and their friends. It often leads to disability, isolation, and even suicide. Every person is valuable, and everyone deserves to make a fully informed choice about their health.More research into Post-Finasteride Syndrome is desperately needed.

Learn more about and support the newest scientific initiative here: https://www.pfsnetwork.org/science

Donate to PFS Research here: https://www.pfsnetwork.org/donate

Your Story Matters!

If you're suffering from damage —triggered by Finasteride, Accutane (Isotretinoin), antidepressants, or other similar compounds—please consider sharing your story with us.

You can email us at [email protected].

In this episode of Moral Medicine, we're featuring Eliot, who suffers from Post Accutane Syndrome (PAS). Elliot has been living with PAS for years after just a short term exposure to Accutane as a teenager. He discusses the impact the disease has had on his life and the tragic and numerous side effects he still manages.

Post Accutane Syndrome (PAS) refers to a set of chronic and often permanent side effects that some individuals experience after taking the acne medication Accutane (isotretinoin). These effects can be far-reaching, including severe neurological symptoms like memory loss, cognitive impairments, mood disorders, and heightened anxiety or depression. Sexual dysfunction is another hallmark of PAS, with many individuals experiencing lasting issues such as erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, genital numbness, and sexual pain. In addition to these, sufferers may endure a wide array of debilitating physical side effects as well, including joint pain, muscle weakness, chronic fatigue, and skin problems, which can severely limit daily functioning. These symptoms often extend far beyond those listed, and can affect almost every system in the body.

Tragically, there is no known cure or effective treatment for PAS, leaving those affected to cope with their condition without adequate medical support or recognition. The lack of understanding from healthcare professionals adds to the devastation, leaving many in a constant battle with a condition that has no clear resolution, robbing them of their quality of life.

If you're interested in sharing your story, reach out to us at [email protected]

In this Moral Medicine Interview, Opressor reveals the devastating, long-lasting impact of taking SSRIs like Citalopram, which he was prescribed for ADHD without proper diagnosis or warning about potential side effects. After starting the medication, he experienced severe emotional numbness and sexual dysfunction, symptoms that worsened even after discontinuing the drugs. Despite visiting numerous doctors, including endocrinologists and neurologists, Opressor received little support or understanding, and his condition—PSSD (Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction)—was dismissed or misdiagnosed. Over six years, the lack of treatment, combined with the progressive nature of his symptoms, has left him with debilitating emotional, cognitive, and physical impairments, leading to a profound loss of quality of life.

Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) is the current term for a rare syndrome characterized by devastating physical, neurological, and sexual side effects that persist and progress even after stopping SSRIs.

PSSD has a disastrous impact on patients, their families, and their friends. It often leads to disability, isolation, and even suicide. Every person is valuable, and everyone deserves to make a fully informed choice about their health.

More research into Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction is desperately needed. Learn more about and support the newest scientific initiative here: https://www.pssdnetwork.org/literature

Donate to PSSD Research here: https://www.pssdnetwork.org/donate

Your Story Matters!

If you're suffering from damage —triggered by Finasteride, Accutane (Isotretinoin), antidepressants, or other similar compounds—please consider sharing your story with us.

You can email us at [email protected].

In this episode of Moral Medicine, Ardalan discusses the devastating affects Finasteride has had on his life after taking the medication for almost 10 years. For the first several years, Ardalan took Finasteride without any major side effects, but around the 4th year, he began developing debilitating cognitive issues that deeply affected his life. Not connecting the medication to his symptoms, he continued taking it for several more years. Once he discovered the medication was causing his neurological issues, he came off it, and his symptoms only became worse.

Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is the current term for a rare syndrome characterized by devastating physical, neurological, and sexual side effects that persist and progress even after stopping finasteride. This condition occurs primarily in younger men who have taken the drug to treat hair loss, and there is currently no effective treatment available.

PFS has a disastrous impact on patients, their families, and their friends. It often leads to disability, isolation, and even suicide. Every person is valuable, and everyone deserves to make a fully informed choice about their health.

More research into Post-Finasteride Syndrome is desperately needed. Learn more about and support the newest scientific initiative here: https://www.pfsnetwork.org/science

Donate to PFS Research here: https://www.pfsnetwork.org/donate

Your Story Matters!

If you're suffering from damage —triggered by Finasteride, Accutane (Isotretinoin), antidepressants, or other similar compounds—please consider sharing your story with us.

You can email us at [email protected].

In this episode of Moral Medicine, we're featuring our first Post Accutane Syndrome (PAS) patient. Stefan has been living with PAS for almost 19 years after just a short term exposure to Accutane at 15 years old. He discusses the impact the disease has had on his life and the tragic and numerous side effects he has to manage daily.

Post Accutane Syndrome (PAS) refers to a set of chronic and often permanent side effects that some individuals experience after taking the acne medication Accutane (isotretinoin). These effects can be far-reaching, including severe neurological symptoms like memory loss, cognitive impairments, mood disorders, and heightened anxiety or depression. Sexual dysfunction is another hallmark of PAS, with many individuals experiencing lasting issues such as erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, genital numbness, and sexual pain. In addition to these, sufferers may endure a wide array of debilitating physical side effects as well, including joint pain, muscle weakness, chronic fatigue, and skin problems, which can severely limit daily functioning. These symptoms often extend far beyond those listed, and can affect almost every system in the body.

Tragically, there is no known cure or effective treatment for PAS, leaving those affected to cope with their condition without adequate medical support or recognition. The lack of understanding from healthcare professionals adds to the devastation, leaving many in a constant battle with a condition that has no clear resolution, robbing them of their quality of life.

In this video, Hugo shares his personal story of living with Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) after taking Zoloft. He discusses his experiences, the symptoms, and how they have impacted his daily life. Hugo talks about emotional numbness, personality changes, sexual dysfunction, and the challenges he faces while trying to lead a normal life.

Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) is the current term for a rare syndrome characterized by devastating physical, neurological, and sexual side effects that persist and progress even after stopping SSRIs.

PSSD has a disastrous impact on patients, their families, and their friends. It often leads to disability, isolation, and even suicide. Every person is valuable, and everyone deserves to make a fully informed choice about their health.

More research into Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction is desperately needed. Learn more about and support the newest scientific initiative here: https://www.pssdnetwork.org/literature

Donate to PSSD Research here: https://www.pssdnetwork.org/donate/re...

Your Story Matters!

If you're suffering from damage —triggered by Finasteride, Accutane (Isotretinoin), antidepressants, or other similar compounds—please consider sharing your story with us.

You can email us at [email protected].

In this powerful interview, Cornelia discusses how her life has been completely ruined after taking Mirtazapine for just three weeks in 2020. She now deals with persistent sexual dysfunction, anhedonia, insomnia and myriad of other life altering symptoms that has left her unemployed and socially isolated. Her bravery in sharing her story is inspiring, and will will make a difference creating awareness for this horrible disease.

Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) is the current term for a rare syndrome characterized by devastating physical, neurological, and sexual side effects that persist and progress even after stopping SSRIs. PSSD has a disastrous impact on patients, their families, and their friends. It often leads to disability, isolation, and even suicide. Every person is valuable, and everyone deserves to make a fully informed choice about their health.

More research into Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction is desperately needed. Learn more about and support the newest scientific initiative here: https://www.pssdnetwork.org/literature

Donate to PSSD Research here: https://www.pssdnetwork.org/donate/re...

Your Story Matters!

If you're suffering from damage —triggered by Finasteride, Accutane (Isotretinoin), antidepressants, or other similar compounds—please consider sharing your story with us.

You can email us at [email protected].