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Side effects of ECT

2024-03-14 10:35:49
I suffer from Depression and Anxiety. My psychiatrist suggested Electro Convulsive therapy ( ECT). I have taken 6 sessions of ECT so far. 3 sessions in a span of 10 days. And after a couple of months, 3 sessions in a span of 2 months. I feel that I became forgetful and I'm not able to analyze anything properly. Do ECT sessions affect the intellectual abilities of a person? If yes then how can I remedy my situation?
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Hi.. though ECT causes memory deficits they are not permanent. Please consult your treating Psychiatist and discuss the same. May be the frequency is to be decreased.

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It is possible that sometimes ECT can cause some memory issues. It’s important you bring this up to the psychiatrist with whom you’re undergoing treatment.
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Discuss with your psychiatrist

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Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two.

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ECT can cause memory decline, with cognitive retraining it can be improved. Consult your treating psychiatrist for the same and seek remedial measures.

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Forgetfulness after ECT is temporary. It can last upto 6 months in extreme cases but is reversible after stoppage of ECT. No need to worry.
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Discuss the issue with your therapist

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ECT is a very safe procedure with proven benefits in several psychiatric disorders. There can be some temporary memory and cognitive problems which should resolve within few weeks. If they dont please consult your psychiatrist for further advise and treatment.

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Don't worry. Take help from a psychiatrist. You need to get evaluated for all other reasons for your problem.

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You will be fine .. nothing to worry .. your memory will be back to normal after some days so nothing to worry

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