askST: What is chemical castration? How does it work as a method to combat sex crimes?

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Summary:
- The article provides a scientific and medical explanation of chemical castration, clarifying that it involves the use of pharmacological agents (such as anti-androgens or GnRH agonists) to suppress testosterone production and reduce libido.
- It distinguishes the medical procedure from surgical castration, detailing the physiological mechanisms through which these hormonal treatments affect the endocrine system and human biological response.

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