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I am dealing with depression, anxiety, and OCD. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from depression, anxiety, and OCD. I have tried triglycerides and SSRI, but they do not seem to work. I also have BP and diabetes. I am currently on cardiac medicines as I have undergone angioplasty twice. Please suggest me the treatment for depression. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are currently on SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). Have you consulted a psychiatrist or your cardiologist regarding medicines for depression? Several medications are available for treating depression, but each drug takes on an average of two weeks to ... Read Full »
I become depressed, worried, and withdrawn when I gain weight. What should I do next?
Query: Hi doctor, I feel like being overweight is making me shy, depressed, and anxious. I do not like to socialize because I feel like what I am saying is stupid and just embarrassing myself. I tried diets, but they did not work. I tried having gastric surgery, but with my insurance, it would be too exp... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. You see, the only person you should care about is yourself. Yes, you require therapy for your morbid obesity, for which you must see a professional, but no matter the circumstances, it is unfair to punish yourself. Stressi... Read Full »
Antidepressants are not helping me. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 65 years old, and I have seen a few psychiatrists from a young age. I have taken a lot of antidepressants. In the past, I have been on Anafranil, Zoloft, Aropax, Cymbalta, Pristiq, Lithium, Avanza, Amitryptiline, Allegron, Tofranil, and Luvox. I have not been on any antipsychotic o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If the testosterone levels are low, then it needs to be treated. Also, you get a thyroid profile test, and vitamin D levels as a problem in them can also present similarly. There are plenty of treatment options available. You can discuss with your treating psychiatri... Read Full »
I have depression, feeling sad all the time, and my appetite is also lost. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 22-year-old, and I just want someone to talk to right now because I feel so depressed, and my depression is killing me from the inside out. I just found out that my long-term relationship is still cheating on me. And I just cannot help but be mad about it, but still, I want to forgi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. The differential diagnosis of your condition is ASR (acute stress reaction) or MDD (major depressive disorder). It is kind of a stress reaction. Do a screening test for depression like Zung's self-rating depr... Read Full »
How do I overcome the sudden shifts in my emotional state?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing persistent feelings of depression for the past two weeks, which eventually led to hospitalization. Upon discharge, I noticed a period of emotional numbness. Gradually, over the next few weeks, my emotions began to return. However, recently, I experienced a seve... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. The symptoms you have described could be indicative of a mixed mood disorder or bipolar disorder. However, a precise diagnosis can only be established through a comprehensive evaluation conducted by a psychiatrist in pe... Read Full »
How to manage depression alternating with anxiety?
Query: Hello doctor, I have severe depression alternating with severe anxiety. I have tried many medicines. Currently, I am taking 40 gm of Prozac in the morning and 30 mg of Remeron at bedtime. But during the day, I am a nervous basketcase. No doctors will give me any Benzodiazepine for some reason. I hav... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In my opinion, you can discuss with the treating psychiatrist the following options: I suggest Increasing dose of Prozac (Fluoxetine), substituting Prozac with Prestiq (Desvenlafaxine), Wellbutrin (Bupropion) or Zoloft (Sertraline). You can also opt for concurrent CBT ... Read Full »
How to come out of my depressed state?
Query: Hello doctor,I think I might be depressed but I am told it is just my hormones or because of my menstrual cycle. I am tired all the time and I am constantly bored. I do not find enjoyment in anything anymore. I am always so negative too, I cannot think positive. I do not feel intensely sad but I jus... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If the symptoms are present only at the time of menstrual cycle (a week before or after) then its probably PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). If it is unrelated to menses then do a self-rating test of depression like Zung's self-rating depression scale which you c... Read Full »
I am disturbed for the past few months and suffering from mood swings. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am quite disturbed for the past few months and I am not able to study. I am not getting enough sleep and suffering from mood swings. I want to cry and sit alone n my room. What to do? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. First of all, I would like to mention that these phases come in a student's life but they will pass. You cannot change the situation and what others think about you but the thing in your hand is how to cope with it. I know it is easier sai... Read Full »
I feel inferior due to my habit of lisping. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 20-year-old male. I feel inferior and depressed, and the main reason behind my stress is that I used to lisp while communicating. Due to this habit, my friends made fun of me and left me lonely. My mother died a few years back because of liver failure, and so I tried to commit s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I can understand your concern. Sometimes you do not have control over the situation, but how you cope with it matters. It seems like you are depressed but do not worry as it can be treated. I suggest you consult a psychiatrist for detailed evaluation and treatment. I also suggest you follow ... Read Full »
I am finding it hard to overcome severe depression. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor. I tried my hardest to overcome my severe depression, but it was just impossible. Any incident that happens disturbs me every time. I have been previously diagnosed with depression. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. First of all, screen yourself for clinical depression. Kindly do a self-rating test of depression like Zung's self-rating depression scale, which you can easily find online. If it indicates moderate to severe... Read Full »