Persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD) characterized by recurrent and spontaneous orgasmic experience: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD) is characterized by symptoms of persistent, spontaneous and unwanted genital arousal without sexual interest or thoughts which can cause significant impairment in psychosocial well-being and daily functioning. PGAD is still an under-recognized clinical entity. There are not yet clear evidence-based treatment recommendations.

Case description

This case describes a 20-year-old woman who has experienced persistent genital arousal symptoms for approximately 5 years. The patient's symptoms are consistent with the general characteristics of PGAD, but the sexual arousal symptoms are characterized by recurrent and spontaneous orgasmic experiences. In addition, the patient developed psychotic symptoms, such as delusion, secondary

SUBMITTER: Yan J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12319593 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature