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Post partum depression
How do we exactly know if we are suffering from post Parfums depression? Can we suffer ot till 2 years of the baby too?
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Depressive features are more or less the same,Post partum depression only means the symptoms started within 3 months post delivery.However its unlikely it has lasted for 2 years .You need to meet a psychiatrist and get urself evaluated .
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Lot of hormonal other physical and psychological changes happens after pregnancy,it's indeed a challenging phase for mothers.Dont worry you will be fine soon.Make sure u so some physical activity , supplement Vit d3, Check thyroid and meet a Psychiatrist
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It depends on symptoms severity, needs history and evaluation, consult Psychiatrist
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