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I lost someone very close, and I feel depressed and have panic attacks. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 19-year-old male. I lost someone who meant so much to me. So, I cry a lot when I get reminded of her. Suddenly, I wake up from my sleep breathing heavily. I seem to be having a panic attack. It happened a couple of times and it hurts when I get reminded of her. Wherever I go, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am so glad that you have trusted us with your health. I am here to help you regain your quality of life. I can understand your problem. It is tough to face this type of trouble in life. You may have pathological grief. You must keep yourself busy and active. Do not s... Read Full »
How to deal with nervousness and sleep trouble after sudden death of spouse?
Query: Dear doctor, My brother is suffering from nervousness, unknown fear, loss of concentration and no sleep during the whole night. He lost his wife four months ago due to sudden death. We have consulted a psychiatrist and he prescribed some medicines, but no relief yet. Give me suggestions. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your brother is probably suffering from complicated grief reaction or depression. Generally, medicines take some time to have a proper effect. If he has started the medicine in the last one week, then it is better to wait for a few more days.If he has already taken the... Read Full »
Can grief cause hallucinations?
Query: Hello doctor, I am very concerned about my 75-year-old mother. It has been two years since my father passed away. She told me the other day that she sees him at night. I told her she has to be dreaming, and it may seem real, but it is not. Also, sometimes she may look at an object and sees somethin... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood what your mother has been going through, and I am here to help. Does she tell that she can clearly see her husband as she saw him when he was alive, or does she misinterpret something as her husband? Does she talk to herself or imagine talking to her husban... Read Full »