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I want to explore myself. What I am ? Why I am ? Am I a bad person or good person. Wish to know the way I treated people how that affected them.

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Hii.. Counselling and therapy can make a person know about themselves and problem solving.. Consult online for further information and treatment ...  Read More

What is the single most important thing that makes a person like someone ? I want to improve myself on that, need a psychologist.

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It's best thing to work on yourself. ...  Read More

Can one person be both, like in the attached image — Psychiatrist and Psychologist? I want to know if a single person can be both a psychiatrist and a psychologist, like in the attached image. Or are they always separate professions? Please explain.

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Yes ...  Read More

What does dreams indicates? Why do we get Dream about a person daily irrespective of morning or evening or night sleep I do remember that person sometimes but we are not in touch from quite sometime. What does this mean?

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From the time of Sigmund Freud , a lot has been written on the dreams ant also about the “Interpretations of the dreams “ but still difficult to comment scientifically about its content. But if a pers ...  Read More

Sir during my child a saw horror movie from that on wards am not having sleep. If any person is the along with me i will get sleep or else no sleep.. It is more horrible to me

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Stop watching horror movies ...  Read More

Is sleep problem common or only m the person who is facing problem i am tensed wheather i will get the sleep tonight or not

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Hi Sleep problem has become very common nowadays, don't feel like you are the only one who is suffering. ...  Read More

I used to be very sleepy person. I could literally sleep anywhere and anytime. But from some 4-5 days I am not being able to sleep. I can hardly sleep at 2 pm or 3 pm. What may be the problem

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Emotional or mental stress could be the issue. Talk to a counsellor about it. ...  Read More

He often sleeps while talking, drinking tea meditating .he has normally high blood pressure.he sleeps more than normal person sleeps.

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This could be a sign of excessive daytime sleepiness or narcolepsy. Is he obese or suffering from hypothyroidism or any comorbid condition? ...  Read More

My brother daughter age 2yr, 2 months back one made street dog byte her on face. She get treatment. Yesterday she byte her mother and brother. Is there any problem on normal person , by the byte of rabis effect person.

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

Is it possible person to person heart rate will be different mine walking time heart rate will be 100 plus and sitting time 90plus I am worring is it any problem? I am doing regular pranayam , and skipping rope also I have back pain also it feels like burning sensation in shoulder I have done ecg and all its normal My mind negative thoughts will co

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Its normal ...  Read More

LHello Doctor, I've been experiencing sleep problems for over 3 months. Even if I go to bed around 11 PM, I often can't fall asleep until 2–3 AM, and sometimes as late as 5–7 AM. My sleep schedule is very irregular. I usually sleep 8–9 hours, but after several days of poor sleep, I sometimes sleep 12–18 hours. I have signifi

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A pattern like this, falling asleep very late and sometimes needing 12 to 18 hours to feel rested, points more toward a circadian rhythm issue than a breathing-related sleep disorder, especially since ...  Read More

Can clonazepam and mirtazapine be prescribed together for sleep? Can clonazepam and mirtazapine (Mirtaz) both be prescribed together for insomnia? Is this combination commonly used, and are there any important risks or interactions when taking them together?

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Yes, clonazepam and mirtazapine can be prescribed together, but usually for short-term use under strict supervision. Mirtazapine treats sleep maintenance/insomnia, while clonazepam helps with acute sl ...  Read More

My query is regarding Bio Combination 28 homeopathy medicine. Can it be taken by Thyroid person taking thyronorm(75mcg), along with Ashokaristha of 43yrs old female. BC 28 medicine to support my general well being n overall health. If yes how to take, please guide. Thank you.

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

I have disease or don't know what to call it forgetfulness how to cure it? I'm not anymore ambitious person. I feel full tired when I someone suggest me to do something. I'm not feeling to do anything from inside. Guide me to the best of best place where I can satisfy myself and my family as well. Even in jobs also I don't have stability already I

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The symptoms you are describing may be suggestive of depression or any other mental health disorder. I would recommend consulting a psychiatrist for a proper evaluation and appropriate treatment. ...  Read More

My blood test reports are fine like vit d3, b12, thyroid, cbc, glucose everything is normal HB is 11 but I sleep for more than 12 hours and feel that I have slept properly. I am unable to get up before and if I get up, I get headache, acidity and stay drizzy I had melatonin tablet but it didn't work it effected my memory and I had modafinil also i

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Your symptoms — sleeping 12+ hours, feeling unrested, morning headache, dizziness, and HB of 11 — point to hypersomnia, possibly worsened by mild anemia. Even with normal thyroid/B12/D3, condition ...  Read More

Why I sleep too much, I sleep for more than 8-9 hours. Do I have any illness? If yes then what should I do

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I have been experiencing this sleep problem for the past four to five years and also life style habits like improper timing food finally I got gastritis now only I am changing everything but the sleep problem doesn't change during night Im overthinking so much that why I cannot sleep what will I do and also 4 to 5 years iam not sleeping at ryt tym

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Yeah, its due to sedentary lifestyles. You need to make a fixed schedule for sleeping and follow it.daily excercise and yoga may helps a lot.reduce stimulants strictly like caffeinated drinks (tea,cof ...  Read More

My daughter is 11 months . After her birth from the next day she doesn't sleep at night.She sleep at 3 or 4 am at night but gets up several times for feeding. After 6 months also same problem.In the day time also hardly she sleeps for 3 - 4 hours. Presently now she gets up at 10 o clock in the morning again sleep at 1:30 pm or 2:00 pm( may be half

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Lot of child play in night. Nothing abnormal. ...  Read More

Having sleep problem at night with hot splashes. Which kind of doctor to consult for sleep problems

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I have a question about Clonidine ER for sleep: Does the sleep benefit of Clonidine ER come mainly from its sedative effect? If a person develops tolerance to the sedation over time, does it still continue to help with sleep? For patients who develop tolerance to the sedation but still sleep better, how is Clonidine ER helping their sleep? Or does

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Hi, "Clonidine ER can make people sleepy and is sometimes used off-label to help with sleep in certain situations, but it is not primarily a sleeping pill. Whether it is appropriate depends on your me ...  Read More

Why is that every night he ends up sleeping while sitting evry now and than,he doesn't feel comfortable while lying down and his stomach has grown very big. Kindly mention what's wrong

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My girlfriend's CT scan of the nose shows an S-shaped deviated nasal septum (DNS) with a right septal spur and hypertrophied nasal turbinates. Because of this, she sometimes experiences difficulty breathing through the nose, especially during the night. Her biggest problem is that she is unable to sleep properly. Most nights she sleeps only 3 to 4

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If symptoms are severe then surgical intervention to be recommended ...  Read More

Hi sir.my brother and his wife have hiv since 15years.they are used art tablets .recently 2 days back I know they having hiv.my mother illiterate and she went to my brothers home 40 times staying 1or 2 days and sleeping sharing with only one bathroom.what problems my mother have.my mother staying with me and using only one bathroom.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Doctor ive did my office audit at night 7pm to 6am ,also I've worked from morning on that same day, from next day I've been feeling no sleep ,red eyes, fatigue,body pains going and coming Iam unable to sleep from 2 days Please suggest me what to do

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I have been having sleep problems from past 2 years and to fix this i have been taking melatonin for 4 months and seen improvement in my sleep can i take melatonin forever because i get insomnia from not taking it .

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hi For last two weeks I'm not getting sleep at night I tried to sleep but getting some discomfort and getting up..i thought it bcz of before period but after periods also getting same issue.. checked ecg thyroid sugar test all ok.. doctor suggested some acidity gastric tablet..was fine that time But again I'm not getting sleep.. discomfort is lik

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Kindly consult with proper previous medication prescription on practo with me anytime till midnight ...  Read More

No sleep no food crying all day not waking up from bed all alone no one to talk to feel like ending life but no courage. Severe headcahe sometimes squeezing headcahe at midnight when not in stress can't sleep in any angle that time and eyes also feels heavy. I wake up crying sleep crying. Sometimes I close my eyes I feel pushed down. Sometimes peed

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It's terrible to go through what you're going through alone. Help is available. Please consult a psychiatrist. Time won't always be the same, and it will get better. You need all the help that's avail ...  Read More

Doctor advised me to use Feliz s plus for 2 years for my sleeping issue, but I have stopped it in a month due to fear but if I use I will get sleep otherwise I won't get sleep , any help pls

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Thank you for raising this concern. What you are experiencing is quite common among people dealing with sleep difficulties, especially when medication is involved. Sleep problems are often maintained ...  Read More

Dear doctor, i have a sleep problem. I have not been able to sleep properly for the last 3 months. I'm doing meditation regularly also. but facing sleep. Please help me.

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Hello! At the age of 37, it’s a common concern for men and women to face difficulty in initiating and maintaining sleep. They might not feel well rested or fresh in the morning. It’s important to un ...  Read More

Hello my baby is 3.5 years old and we are travelling. But can anyone recommend me how much dosage of Atrax by Dr Reddy to be given to baby. It was recommended by my doctor for baby's sleep. But I forgot prescription. Help please

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Need weight of baby Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( New ...  Read More

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