Medical Advice on "Psychiatry"

Why do I have mood swings, from being extremely happy to sad?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.You may have a borderline personality disorder. It is a type of personality or nature. You may have a chronic feeling of emptiness, emotional outbursts, self-harming behavior, and overwhelming behavior. You mostly feel that ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Can you suggest me ways to quit or reduce alcohol consumption?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You may have alcohol use disorder. It is challenging to manage alcohol withdrawal without medications as you are used to high alcohol intake. You need to start medications immediately. Thanks and regards.   View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

I lost 10 lbs, and I have abdominal pain from the past seven weeks. Is it due to IBS?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears to be a case of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Zoloft (Sertraline) usually help in IBS. We will first talk about insomnia, for which, follow steps of sleep hygiene as follows: Sleeping and waking up at a ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Aditya Gupta

Does ADD medicine cause tiredness?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As your psychiatrist diagnosed you as suffering from the ADD (attention deficit disorder), he started you on Concerta (Methylphenidate). But, it seems like you did not take the medication as prescribed. It is a well-kno...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Ramchandra Lamba

How to calm my autistic son from rattling and anxious behavior?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.He has been diagnosed with autism and is given tablet Risperidone to control his behavioral issues. However, if his anxiety persists, I think he should be given some drugs to control anxiety.I ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi

What is the cause of inattention, inability to focus, and poor performance in studies?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your problem. Based on the symptoms you mentioned, you have some underlying anxiety, some learning issue, or symptoms of ADD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). This should be evaluated properly. ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi

What can be the reasons for my 58-year-old father suddenly screaming at night?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It is difficult to diagnose from the history above, but your father may have a sleep disorder or complex partial seizure episode. I suggest you perform an EEG (electroencephal...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

What are the reasons to develop post-traumatic stress disorder?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occurs six months after having a traumatic experience beyond your ability. The symptoms are sadness which prevents you from work or study, nightmares, and loss of the ability to ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Mustafa Ibrahim Abdelaziz Emara

What are the causes of antisocial behavior?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thank you for taking help from a psychiatrist. You might have a borderline personality disorder like chronic feeling of emptiness, emotional outbursts, self-harming behavior, and overwhelming behavior. You mostly feel that n...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

How to taper the dose of capsule Pexep plus 12.5 mg?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You should gradually taper your medication (consult with a specialist doctor, talk with him or her and take medicine with consent). For example, I suggest you take half a tablet Pexep Plus (Clonazepam and Paroxetine) 12...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi