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Can major depression be treated with ect only, I mean first 6-7 regular ect sessions followed by maintenance ect sessions without antidepressant ( i have tried almost every type of antidepressant since 7 years but didn't see any major improvement, but last year I had 6-7 regular ect sessions where my major depression was like completely gone but my

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Kindly contact and consult. Take care until then ...  Read More

My mother is suffering from depression from 8-9 years. She went through some medication before but it couldnt help except made her sleep for longer time. Depression become major mental disorder now. We consult a doctor and he said that she is suffering from schizophrenia. She talks with herself whole day and she hears voices of different people, ha

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You will need to see a psychiatrist to help with medication for her mental condition. Once she is comfortable with the medication, she can also see a therapist for emotional support. A combination of ...  Read More

I am suffering from major depression. I don't know when this exactly started but I have been going through bouts of insomnia, loss of interest, hopelessness, and at times I feel so lonely that it kills me. I don't really know what to do. All my friends seem to be so busy with their lives that I don't feel like sharing it with them. As for my parent

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Hi, Please tell if any stressor do you have? Depression improve with antidepressants medicine and counseling. I suggest you medicine but my advice is first you visit any nearby Psychiatrist for bet ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with major depression. My psychiatrist has prescribed me topamax , 100 g , 1/2 of a pill in the morning , after lunch and a full pill in the evening. After that Esram 1/2 of a 20g pill. Last , risperidone 1/2 a pill in the evening. I am a bit concerned and i would like to know how accurate this recipe is. Thank you!

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Ur concern seems to be genuine. Cz d medication list is not matching to d diagnosis. However since it's given by a qualified professional I do not want to comment more considering d minimal informati ...  Read More

I've been experiencing major depression, inferiority complex, no will to live anymore. I have addictions and habits I can't get rid of. I can't sleep properly. I've lost my appetite. I have a great loving family, a great girlfriend. I lost my job recently and have no idea where my life is going. I feel like running away and just not living anymor

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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

My sister is suffering from major depression disorder She is taking meds as advised by psychiatrist, which follows : Tab Pex ep CR 37.5 OD HS Tab Arip MT 2mg OD HS Tab Toficalm 50mg OD in morning Tab Etiloam MD 0.5 mg SOS when panic attack. But she is having frequent black outs. She falls suddenly , with her back side of head heaviness. BP -

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We need to reevaluate her symptoms and assess the need for medications and dose adjustments. Kindly connect with me on Practo ...  Read More

I have depression from 3 year , reasons behind it a negative thoughts

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Hello. Please consult psychologist. Not Physiotherapist. ...  Read More

Hi, I have been undergoing depression since childhood unfortunately i discovered it now at age 34 while at its peak. Few symptoms are disinterest in everything, short term memory loss, nervousness, identity crisis, low energy, slow mind, lost the love, unsettled career, no success, very rarely suicidal thoughts but I feel like going back home where

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Sure you should discuss your concerns in detail with a mental health professional we are here to help you deal with the issues and crises Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counselin ...  Read More

Hello..I have delusion that my past (before some hour;days or week)behavior and thought was out of my control/it was wrong. I am facing this problem since last 2 months..What may be reason?.I diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder ..I have 1 major dipresion episode of 4 month..and currently taking sertraline..No any depressive symptoms.

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Continue your sessions of counselling and psychotherapy. Assuming that if u r high on depression must be availing counselling services. ...  Read More

I have depression since 20 years tried every medicine now searching for ketamine nasal spray can I get relief

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Hi..... Take steps to control stress, to increase your resilience and boost your self-esteem. Reach out to family and friends, especially in times of crisis, to help you weather rough spells. Get trea ...  Read More

Following are my symptoms 1.fear 2. Gabhrahat 3.shortness of breath 4 heart palpitations. 5. Body pain which rotates from one part to another without major cause,all blood tests are normal visited many orthopaedic doctors , physiotherapist, but there is no major problem,all doctors says its not a major problem. 6 feeling weakness all the time. 7 co

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Needs evaluation with neurologist or neurosurgeon ...  Read More

How long does major depressive disorder last with treatment, it's been 7 years since I have it, pls tell still how many years to get complete recovery from depression?

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There’s no fixed number of years for recovery. Even after 7 years of depression, you can still recover with the right treatment. It would be helpful to review your previous treatment and response, as ...  Read More

I have been taking treatment for my depression and ocd that comes along with anxiety for 5 years from various places, where they have used every type of medication to help my situation as i have ocd induced depression but i normally have terrible brain fog which makes me dumb ( i was a sharp person ) and morning anger (maybe cortisol). I have been

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There are adjuvant medicines which can help in cognitive improvement. ...  Read More

Doctor prescribed me ecitalopram 10mg, paroxetine cr 12.5 both and also aripiprazole 2mg daily once . I am anxious will it cause serotonin symptoms after taking these two SSRI at same time , and why give me aripiprazole, iam not schezophenic. I don't understand why suddenly my serotonin level decrease without any reason at the age of 35. Four month

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Hi.. sometimes antipsychotic is added in resistant depression. However will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. ...  Read More

Now i am 22week pregnant from 19thweek i am taking serlift 50mg and olinstas 2.5mg tablet for depression and sleepless nightgiven by psychiatrist ...in 21st week scan only bpd is 5% all are normal..whether tablet may cause any defects to baby or it cause autism to baby???

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You have to consult a psychiatrist for this ...  Read More

Could my depression be causing me physical pain?after taking depression medicine why I am tired and not energetic

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It could be side effects of medicine. Plz check with doctor. Many antidepressants are thought to help with pain by acting on chemicals in the brain that can assist with pain relief, such as sero ...  Read More

Major Depression disorder is mental illness? How to examine mental illness, Which test should carry out

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Consult online ...  Read More

What will be the major cause of the pain in the upper right abdomen area (slight below the rib)? I have got diabetes tested today with result 240mg/dL before food. Please help me to understand this.

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It's high..need to control sugars.Abdomen pain could be due to liver issues or gall stones. ...  Read More

Can depression cause attention problems? Can depression cause attention problems? Can depression cause attention problems?

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Yes ...  Read More

Can depression cause learning disability? Can depression cause learning disability? Can depression cause learning disability?

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Hello, Depression can cause cognitive decline... Which can lead to difficulty in learning. ...  Read More

Can I join online consultation for major depression discussion and medicine prescribe by doctor it will available

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Yes it is available on Practo instant consultations ...  Read More

From last month, I don't know how but I got a cut or minor tear inbetween my major and minor labia. Its causing irritation now and also some times I got swelling after I scratch their due to irritation. Please tell any ointment that I can use to heal it

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I am taking desvenlafaxine50mg+etzo0.5 mg for last 18 months . symptoms are in control but stable.symptoms comes in wave. Is this depression called major clinical depression?

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Currently you are in remission phase that is good. Please continue with the medicines as long as your doctor doesn’t discontinue your medicines. Also depression can be categorised as mild moderate and ...  Read More

Sir I was on duloxetine 60 serenace and rivotril. After it stopped working changed many antidepressants but all giving side effects. Currently on prestiq od 50 bupropion xr150 rivotril 0.5 and serenace 1mg.Now taking ect also every week.Pls guide wht medication should I take.I don't have motivation also and severe fatigue. Pls guide .thank you

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You can continue same Medication,u will be better ...  Read More

Does depression and anxiety cause epilepsy in baby? I am pregnant and i am so fearful. 1st i used to get negative thoughts about myself and now i am getting negative thoughts about baby. Help

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No chance to get epilepsy If symptoms r severe consult me online via practo ...  Read More

Can depression leads to dislike surrounding sounds? What are the other cause of depression anxiety and over thinking. Mainly what do overthinking do?

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In depression there is increased irritability that is low threshold for getting irritated which can be perceived as hypersensitive to sound but this symptoms has to co exist with low mood. If you do ...  Read More

My father had major accident and he had major surgeries for leg and he is cardiac patient and bp patient and diabetic patient now since 3 days he became very weak and not eating

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Kindly share the details of Surgeries and recent blood reports. ...  Read More

Hii sir/ maam I had done 4 sitting of chemical peel for pigmentation but no major change occur I have using retino ac 0.025 night and kojivit ultra gel morning for 3 months now I have stopped them for 1 months no side effect occur now I have to spend time in sun will it cause any side effect? Or I wait for few more days to go in sun. Please reply?

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Apply proper sunscreens...broad spectrum...atleast spf 30 ...  Read More

How much time does it take for antidepressants to show effect? Can depression happen without any cause?

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Yes it can happen Clinical depression can be without any reason due to neuro chemical imbalances It takes minimum 15 days ...  Read More

Taking medication for last 14 years. But never felt full remission. All prescribed medication work for a limited extent. My main concern is balance problem, vertigo, tremor, shaking, slurred speech, forgetfulness, avoid social activities, fatigue, lack of energy, loss of interest in daily life, not getting pleasure in sexual life, mood changes, unc

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Please consult a psychiatrist and needs better clarification regarding your problems and the medications ...  Read More

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