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Query: Hello doctor,I have been dealing with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and panic disorder. I have been taking tablet Sertraline 100 mg, currently. Before that, I was on 75 mg for about three months. I used the tablet Alprazolam at a maximum dose of 0.75 mg,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Firstly, there is no need to worry about serotonin syndrome at your current dosage. Since you are only taking Sertraline and no other antidepressants, serotonin syndrome is not a concern. Regarding Diazepam, if you wish to reduce or discont... Read Full »
What are the symptoms that lead to a diagnosis of PMDD?
Query: Hello doctor, What are the symptoms that lead to a diagnosis of PMDD? Who tends to diagnose it - Is it mental health or OB/GYN? Why is this different from PMS? Why is it so underdiagnosed? (Could it possibly, maybe, perhaps be that medicine sometimes does not take 'women's issues' seriously?) Can i... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. PMDD is a premenstrual dysphoric disorder which is a form of premenstrual syndrome. In 85% of women experiencing PMS, only 5% have PMDD. It is an actually hormonal response of body near menses. It could occur if there is depression and can lead to the suicidal effect. I... Read Full »
Even after the blood reports being normal why do I experience mood swings and heavy periods?
Query: Hi doctor, I have just received the results of blood work on my thyroid, hormones, and testosterone. I am having extreme mood swings, extreme anxiety, heavy periods, miserable ovulation, extreme fatigue, hair loss, etc. I have been to an obstetrics and gynecologist and a naturopathic doctor, and the... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) are well in range, and I will suggest you get your magnesium levels and an ultrasound abdomen done to look at the uterus and adnexa. Take some magnesium supplements 250 mg once a day for two weeks. ... Read Full »
I am a postpartum mother dealing with severe anxiety and PMDD. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a postpartum mother of a 6-month-old baby who is dealing with terrible anxiety symptoms now my cycle has returned. After the birth of our daughter, I have been experiencing postpartum anxiety regularly. I have been prescribed Clonazepam 0.25 mg to manage my anxiety while dealing wi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq. com. Thank you for your query. I understand how distressing it is for you. Moreover, you are in a postpartum period which causes you more distress since there will be a lot of hormonal fluctuations during this period. However, I would say you are doing better with Esci... Read Full »