Dhat syndrome: a reappraisal

The International Classification of diseases ICD-10 classifies Dhat syndrome as both a neurotic disorder (code F48.8) and a culture specific disorder (Annexe 2) caused by 'undue concern about the debilitating effects of the passage of semen.' Though the origin of this condition is deeply r...

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Published in:Indian journal of dermatology 2009, Vol.54 (1), p.89-90
Main Authors: Mehta, Vandana, De, Abhishek, Balachandran, C
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Antianxiety agents
Antidepressants
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Complications and side effects
Correspondence
Depression, Mental
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Drug therapy
Fatigue
Fear & phobias
Health aspects
Premature ejaculation
Risk factors
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Antidepressants
Anxiety
Behavior
Complications and side effects
Correspondence
Depression, Mental
Diagnosis
Drug therapy
Fatigue
Fear & phobias
Health aspects
Premature ejaculation
Risk factors
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