davejohn8 (imported) wrote: Tue Sep 23, 2003 4:26 pm
I'm a 48yo bi-sexual male from Indiana, USA. I'm considering getting surgically castrated to stop my extremely overactive male libido. I'd like to talk with other men that have tried chemical castration to see how they felt and if it really did stop their sex drive. I'd also like to talk with men that have been surgically castrated because of their overactive male libido. Any and all replies will be greatly appriciated. Dave
In my case, castration did a wonderful job of shutting down my sex drive. At your age, the odds are very good that either chemical or surgical castration will give you want you want.
Of course, castration will give you a lot more then just control of your sexuality. At the risk of repeating myself to the EA regulars, here is what else you can look forward to.
Every Eunuch will have different effects from his castration. Some of this may depend on whether he is an “elective” Eunuch or not. YMWV = Your Mileage Will vary. Some side effects of castration are:
Infertility, in all cases.
Many (but not all) elective eunuchs develop “The Eunuch Calm”, with reduced or eliminated thoughts of sex, aggression, and ambition. In the words of Dr. Spector, “either case of TS or eunuch, a deep, calm serenity develops which, from then on, makes life far more worthwhile.” This has happened to me, but again, YMWV. This is less likely to happen to non-elective eunuchs.
Reduced libido, erections, and nocturnal emissions, sometimes to the point of total asexuality.
Weight gain, including subcutaneous body fat. This thin layer of fat causes the skin to become softer and smoother.
Loss or thinning of body hair, but male pattern baldness slows down or stops. Reduced body odor.
Loss of lean muscle mass (hence muscle weakness, increased fatigue, and loss of stamina). Your shoulders will become narrower and you will lose muscle definition in your upper torso without a VIGOROUS exercise program.
Little to mild breast development, and mild fat redistribution around the hips and thighs.
The penis may shrink.
Hot flushes and night sweats in some cases, lasting up to 5 years.
POSSIBLE moodiness and tearfulness. Do not be surprised if you start crying far more frequently over what may seem to be trivial matters.
There MIGHT be cognitive losses, mostly in spatial orientation and short term memory
Post-surgical depression is common. Possible chronic depression SHOULD be a major concern, and may require professional therapy. This is far more likely to happen to non-elective eunuchs.
The WORST side effect is osteoporosis. You should take at least 1,500 MG of calcium and 400 IU of Vitamin A daily. Shortly before or after castration, you should have a bone density scan, and after that a scan every two years. A proper diet and exercise program will help in the battle against osteoporosis.
Most Physicians have no experience in caring for a hypogonadal man. Consider finding a Physician who has a thorough working knowledge on the problems and treatments of menopausal and post-menopausal women. Whilst the biology of a Eunuch and a post-menopausal woman are not identical, there is some overlap.
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