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OCD and anxiety

2018-04-09 09:51:56
My mother is under treatment for OCD and anxiety from last 20 years. She was in good shape till 2014 after that the health started to detoriate. Right now she is under treatment but no improvement from 2 years even getting worse. She shouts, does not sleep, sometime even fights and a lot more issues.
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As per the details the symptoms started around 47 yrs of age. Late onset OCD and anxiety with progression into behavioural symptoms and not responding to treatment, may be indicative of Dementia. Observe for memory issues.
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It is advisable to get an MRI Brain done.

Answered2018-04-09 15:28:58

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Ok...I can understand. Can you please let me know what medications she is on currently and their dosages. It could be either relapse of symptoms or inadequate dosage.

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