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What is the treatment for anxiety?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 29-year-old woman struggling with my mental health issues. My chest feels heavy and tight, and my heart beats faster most of the time. I also face problems with breathing, and I cannot sleep properly anymore. I am constantly tossing and turning, and my mind is racing with worry. I cannot focus at work, and I have started avoiding social situations altogether because I am so afraid of having a panic attack in public. Could all of this be related to anxiety? What can I do to get some relief? How can I help myself get out of this? Will I be able to recover from this? What steps should I take to avoid these symptoms? Kindly help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Education:

MBBS

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Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. Thank you for taking help from a psychiatrist.

Based on the description, you may have an anxiety disorder. There is non-pharmacological management for depression, I suggest you follow the below guidelines:

  • Exercise daily for 30 to 45 minutes like at least going for a walk. It can help you uplift your mood.

  • Meditate daily for 20 minutes, just sit in one place in a comfortable position, and try to concentrate on your normal breathing. Do not stop or force yourself to stop your thoughts, just let it be.

  • Consume healthy home-cooked foods, and avoid junk foods.

  • Drink enough water.

  • Spend quality time with friends and family daily or connect with them through video calls if you are living away from your family.

  • Spend time on creative hobbies like reading good books, writing journals, painting, drawing, and learning new skills or language or musical instruments.

  • Get enough seven to eight hours of sleep daily.

  • Avoid tobacco, alcohol, or any substance abuse.

  • Live your life, do not just spend it.

  • Be bold and confident.

  • If you still have symptoms that persist after following the advice for four to six weeks, then you need to start medications for a short duration.

  • Get the following blood investigation done.

    • CBC (complete blood count)

    • Thyroid profile

    • RBS (random blood sugar)

    • ECG (Electrocardiogram)

    • Vitamin D3

    • Vitamin B12

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

Investigations to be done

CBC Thyroid profile RBS Vitamin B12 Vitamin D3
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At June 26, 2024
Reviewed At June 26, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

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Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi
Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Psychiatry

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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