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Mental retardation runs in my family. My 7-year old nephew was recently declared as mentally retarded. However, his problem is still at an early stage and doctors assured us that it can be treated to some extent. Can an expert of this field tell me what are the various treatments for mental retardation?

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Firstly what is the level of intellectual disability? Also what test has been done to determine this? Would be easier to answer once these are answered ... Read More

Please tell Which specialist doctor can diagnose mental retardation. Neurologist or psychiatrist ?

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Clinical psychologist ... Read More

From last 1 years my brother suffering from mental retardation by birth is becoming more agressive . since then he assaulted few persons and tried to harm them. after fight he always run away from home. now we don't know what to do

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He needs psychiatric help. Please consult a psychiatrist. ... Read More

She is my sister she is mental retardation girl im decided to change her life now itself so plz kindly help to reach go way to improve her life we are vary poor family I'm the big so I have to change my sister life

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Hello Dear, I appreciate your intention and effort. You need to consult a Child Psychologist/ Psychiatrist for the same. She has to approach Special Need Institutes to learn new skills and basic ski ... Read More

Hey! I have recently developed a liking to learn more on medical conditions and the human psychology. I was intrigued by a lot of mental disorders in humans. I would like to know more on the classification of Mental Retardation in humans. Can someone help me?

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There are 4 mild moderate severe and profound retardation. You can even read up on. This online ... Read More

My 4-year old daughter behaved differently since early childhood. Her speech, bodily movements and learning abilities were below average which worried my wife and I. When this behavior continued we consulted our local doctor who informed us that she might have mental retardation. I am curious to know how is mental retardation caused so can anyone h

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Hi dear parents thanks for the query, I am sorry for your situation, I understand your concern about your child illness. Yes it is really difficult to say what exactly could be the reason for mental r ... Read More

Our neighbour has been mentally retarded since infancy. He has a lot of physical and mental problems. He must be around 35 years now and we have observed that during some specific days of the month, he turns really wild. Are there any levels that are there to indicate the level of retardation? If yes, what are the different levels of mental retarda

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Level of retardation varies from mild to profound. However when you say the man turns wild- you need to define wild for a better clarity. If it is possible then ask the family members of that man to c ... Read More

My daughter who is 20 years old is facing some mental issues. She had undergone a trauma after her mother's death in a fire accident. She is becoming very restless and is showing abnormal thinking. Are these the mental retardation symptoms? If yes, then how can I tackle with this problem without troubling her more?

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It is Post traumatic stress disorder. Your daughter requires medication and psychotherapy. ... Read More

My sister is behaving in a very weird way from past some weeks. She was met with a car accident 4 months ago. She's not able to grab things as she could before the accident. She doesn't talk to us properly but when she talks, she stammers while talking. I don't know what should I do to help her. People say that she's is acting mad. If so, then are

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Not mental retardation. You need to take your sister to a neurologist or a neuro psychiatrist as soon as possible there may be some issues that came about with that accident that you are talking about ... Read More

Dear sir.my child is having mental retardation issue as a result of delivery complicacy since birth his age is 20 yrs is it possible to improve his mental abilty in Ayurveda .

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hard to say please visit pediatric neurology doctor ... Read More

Can I take duvadilan retard 40 mg from week 15 of my pregnancy onwards? I have a history of one preterm delivery at 23 weeks. Is it enough to ensure no premature contractions? I've been advised to take one capsule once a day. How long does one pill work for? And how long does it take to take effect?

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You should get your cervical length checked by USG and see if circlage is needed.Duvadilan retard you can take twice a day. ... Read More

I had told my Doctor that I feel less fetal movements sometimes, so she prescribed Complamina Retard 500 to me at 35 weeks pregnancies. Is it safe to take in 35 weeks

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Connect ... Read More

Mom is taking nicardia retard 10 from long. Now she has been advised to change to Nicardia XL 30. Is Nicardia 30 xl is safe to use ?

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O yes no any problem. ... Read More

I'm 17, Is parent consent required for mental health treatment? My parents don't understand that I need treatment .

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Involve parents by saying Dr want to talk with them, we can convince ... Read More

My sister is suffering for lots of anxiety and restlessness...She is on medication and also taking counciling sessions by psychologist for last 4 months She looses her voice for some hours and again her voice is back...This happens regularly to her in every 1-2 days. Some one told me that this mental disease is called "hysteria or conversion disord

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First one has to decide whether any organic disorder is involved like epilepsy. If it is excluded , proper diagnosis has to be made . It could be conversion disorder but it is treatable so don’t worry ... Read More

Hair growth retarding cream or lotion Which cream or lotion is best Which has minimum side effects

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There are many reasons for hairfall or thinning of hair on the scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are n ... Read More

Hi doctor my name is Sahil pawar my problem is my mom mental problem she's treatment was going not any results please help

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Dear Sir Thank you for seeking help. Most mental health issue can be effectively treated with medications and psychological therapy. Treatment and is effectiveness depends on a lot of factors like t ... Read More

I have syster who is mentally challenged since her birth. She is physically normal but her wisdom level is not at par with her age. Now her age is 28 years but she is having wisdom of 5 years kid. My father and my grand father is lightly Innocents not mentally retarded. While my mother is pregnant when my syster is there in her womb, she had did al

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Yes so many tests are there but important one is triple marker test .In this test w are seeing HCG level,alphafetoprotien and estriol level also.It is usually done in12_13 weeks but consult to your gy ... Read More

Hi I m patient of mental illness from last few year I got lots of medication but didn't help me at all so I want go for ECT therapy can u tell me is it safe for me and is there and side effects ?

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You came go for ECT if your Psychitrist suggests so. Before ECT you will be explained about it's process. If it's required don't be scared. If it's not required don't have to go for it. ... Read More

I am searching a paediatric physicist for mental treatment in Kolkata or around Kolkata, Westbengal, India

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I am not a psychiatrist .I am a homoeopathic doctor and also holding degree in psychology and counselling psychology .I am from howrah.If u want to take any suggestions from me regarding treatment u ... Read More

I suffering from depression n mental illnesses​ iam looking for treatment n not energy n dynamic so I looking for that

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Hi i understand your concern about your illness, want to cope with the disturbances. If you are looking for support and guidance by sharing your emotions and coping with the same you can contact thera ... Read More

Do psychiatrists ever require monthly sessions for prescription refills of anxiety/depression meds? I’ve had ongoing treatment for those issues and I didn’t require monthly visits. I’m asking because a close relative states that she has to see her psychiatrist monthly in order to get her prescription refill. She’s implied it’s for anxiety/depressi

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Usually Psychiatrist do consult every month so as to analyze the recovery during the first 6 months. ... Read More

My sister has mental retardation and I want to claim 80DD tax claim towards her treatment. It is difficult to take her to any hospital as she fears hospital atmosphere, if there is any registered neurologist who can visit home & check her & give this form 10-IA certificate it will be great. Please let me know if possible.

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U must go through a psychiatrist or neurologist in person in ur area and took proper advice . ... Read More

Hi My mother is bit difficult and refuses to seek treatment. She is constantly having temper tantrums and high mood swings. She also constantly talks about the past and also about superstitions. I need a doctor who will do house visit and diagnose her since she refuses to visit a doctor.

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Has your mother been short tempered since beginning or recent change in her behavior. How’s her recent memory like what she had in breakfast etc. ... Read More

I am looking for a homeopathic psychiatrist to treat my son who is suffering from Psycosis ( as the doctors say ), allopathic medicines have a terrible side effect hence i do not want to use them.

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I understand ur concern. But no medicine is side effect free.even ur simple paracetamol has side effects. However since benefit outweigh risk we use them. If ur son has psychosis which occurs due to ... Read More

I am approx 18 months pregnant, had a D&C 2 months before I conceived again, also faced uterine prolapse (minor) after D&C. I have a 3 year old daughter, normal delivery. This time I was put on susten injection due to low progesterone level for first three months, now Prolin injections are given weekly.Few days back saw a drop of blood after I pass

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HELLO, YES, I HOPE SOO O.K BYE. ... Read More

If a man or 25 year old remain in a house for 5 years not going outside it effect his mind or he became a mentally retarded ?

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Probably he is depressed. Pl take him to a psychiatrist ... Read More

My brother is 43 year old he is mentally retard he is not ffollowing our instructions and he force us to do what he wants whether it's right or wrong or possible or not In medical science is there any solution for this problem . Ten year before a ct scan was done of his head and doctor said that one part of his brain is under developed .

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I suggest you to connect to me further for better advise after knowing some more relevant history that would be helpful in your case ... Read More

I have a pain in the back side of my head, which is very painful sin one year, and also i believe that mind is not that much active like others, i want to live a nomal life. I am also in depression. Please refer a good and experienced doctor to me. And provide a solution to my problem.

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You need homoeopathic treatment. Visit me at my clinic for detailed case history and treatment by homoeopathic mode of treatment. ... Read More

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