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My sister has bipolar disorder. Kindly provide tips to manage it.
Query: Hello doctor, My sister has bipolar disorder and she currently takes 3 mg of Cariprazine, I am seeking guidance on her overall mental health improvement. What are the signs of betterment we should look for with this medication? Apart from medication, what other support systems or therapies could con... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Cariprazine is used in bipolar conditions, aiding in mood improvement by elevating serotonin and dopamine neurotransmitters in the body. Individuals tend to be calmer with reduced anger and anxiety, demonstrating increase... Read Full »
My son is addicted to Cannabis. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, As a single father grappling with the challenge of a son's Cannabis addiction, what comprehensive approach and resources can I access to support my son's recovery and well-being? Given the complexity of addiction, especially considering the unique dynamics of our family structure, wha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. As a single father dealing with your son's Cannabis addiction, it is essential to approach the situation with compassion, understanding, and a comprehensive approach. Here are some evidence-based interventions, therapies, and support netw... Read Full »
My symptoms are worsening after taking antidepressants. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, Please give your opinion on the attached medicines. I am feeling more depressed while taking these medications instead of them treating me. I think I will die with these pills. My stomach is also upset, and I am unable to think anything. I am having suicidal thoughts or feel like killing ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. After going through your prescription (attachments removed to protect patient identity), this is what I feel. You seem to be having some lability of mood and associated depressive features as well. There seems to be some amount of impulsivity in your personality. ... Read Full »
How to manage mixed feelings of joy and despondency?
Query: Hello doctor, One minute I am fine and the next minute I just want to disappear. I have had extreme feelings of abandonment for awhile. So I now avoid any new relationships. I am currently not taking any medications for my psychological issues. I have in the past but decided a year ago to try life w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I feel that you have been already diagnosed with BPD (borderline personality disorder). The moods which you face are very characteristic of this. Depression is a likely disorder with BPD. I would suggest you at least undergo therapy sessions for cognitive behavioral th... Read Full »
I am taking Propranolol, which has made me emotionally numb. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 20-year-old male who has been taking Propranolol 40 mg daily for about three years now to deal with migraines. They seem to have worked for the migraines, as I have not had one in two years. But I have been feeling very emotionally numb recently. I am not emotionally processing t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Propranolol is a medication primarily used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, angina pain, and certain heart rhythm disorders. It is also sometimes prescribed off-label for the prevention of migrai... Read Full »
I am seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 36-year-old male experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED) for the past two months, and it is having a significant impact on my confidence and relationship. I am determined to find solutions to overcome this challenge and restore my sexual health. Could you provide insights into t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. As you said, you have been having this issue for two months, so it is essential to consult a sexologist for further investigation. ED (erectile dysfunction) results from physical factors like diabetes, high BP (... Read Full »
I am stressed, unhappy, and have poor social skills. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26-year-old male. My weight is 130 pounds, and my height is 5 feet 8 inches. I grew up with great responsibility for my family, but never fulfilled it up to the mark, besides living my life in fear from society. I managed good academics and achieved some standards over time. But... Read Full »
Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query in detail and would like to summarize your current symptoms: Feeling sad, excess worries, poor cognitive abilities (memory and thinking), social anxiety (fear of people), reduced energy levels (lazy and tired), low self-confidence and feel... Read Full »
My son suffers with speech impairment at the age of 4. What is the cause?
Query: Hi, I son is just turned 4, but he is not able to speak properly, you can say he has speech impairment. He is going school, his teacher says he is good in Acadmics such as he know colour names, he recognize all alphabets, he knows numbers and shapes, he love dancing. But he is not understand comman... Read Full »
Answer: Hello sir I can understand how difficult it must be for you to to go through all this. Seeing your child go through this must be very difficult. from what I gather from the reports that you have uploaded it seems that your child might be having something in the autism spectrum disorder range. Now t... Read Full »
I get angry after remembering old incidents. Do I need to consult a psychiatrist?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 40 year old male. I do not think I am depressed as such. I am doing everything fine and having a happy family life. But, something is troubling me since a year or so. I get anger, mostly by remembering old incidents, sometimes incidents from my childhood. Mostly involving my father... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. The thoughts seem quite repetitive and not in your control from what you are saying. Something that happened could have triggered it. Also, you seem quite disturbed about it, and it is affecting your driving. In my opinion, it is the best to co... Read Full »
I suffer from erectile dysfunction. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am 28 years old and suffering from erectile dysfunction during sex with my wife. I had semi-hard erection two times. Six months before also I had a similar issue for 15 days then again I was normal after that but again issue has started since three days. I masturbate every day mostly whi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If it is only on two occasions then you can wait, but if it is frequent then you can manage it by two approaches namely drug and behavioral. Drug therapy includes Sildenafil, Tadalafil, and Vardenafil. Behavioral therapy includes Masters and Johnson technique. It is dif... Read Full »