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What is somatoform disorder?how diagnosed doctor? Can the patient come out of it without medicine???

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Kindly consult a psychiatrist ...  Read More

Can somatoform disorder get cured by counselling only or medicine is needed. I am pregnant and afraid to take medicine.

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Psychotherapy, more specifically, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), is the most widely used form of treatment for somatic symptom disorder. ...  Read More

Can't both these diseases be cured? Because I'm scared. I have somatoform disorder. do i have to take medicine for the rest of my life (Somatoform disorders)

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Yes they can be treated, but for how long will depend on how u respond to the treatment.. We recommend Medicines and psychotherapy whn needed... So don't be scared and get urself treated with a positi ...  Read More

I am diagnosed with somatoform disorder and i am pregnant too. My gynaecologist told me they can give only low dose antidepressants. I want to ask that will low dose antidepressants able to treat my problem or the treatment may fail and i would need higher doses also. I had this problem 1 year back also and it got treated with paxidep 12.5 and paxi

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Somatoform disorder generally requires high dose of antidepressants. But such doses are dangerous during pregnancy. ...  Read More

I was suffering from swaying in different parts of body at different time, heaviness in m different parts of body at different time and tightness in n different parts of body at different time for 1.5 years. Docter diagnosed me with somatoform disorder. He gave me paxidep 12.5 then paxidep 25 and again paxidep 12.5. Within one month all my symptoms

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Kindly Consult with a local Psychiatrist. Where you can get examine & with consultation with your obgyn you can get appropriate treatment. ...  Read More

My wife is undergoing somatoform disorder treatment at NIMHANS Bangalore, she's currently on Dulotin 20mg. She has been advised to consult with clinical Psychologist. She's currently not having any issues like stress, anxiety or any other mental breakdown related problems. The only thing is she continuously has an intense pain in her lower back.

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I am an online counselor and an internationally certified NLP practitioner. By using some techniques we can lower her pain. To discuss in detail and use techniques please get in touch with me. You can ...  Read More

I m suffering from this somatoform disorder for the past 20 yrs. I have pricking pain in my limbs constantly which worries me and lead to depression. I become restless and helpless at times .I have IBS too and have sleeping problems. I m in a miserable condition kindly help to resolve the problem. I m tired of fighting with this disorder.

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Hello, kindly book an appointment so that we can discuss your problems in detail and treat accordingly. ...  Read More

I am a 20 year old. I have been recently diagnosed with somatoform pain disorder. I am currently taking pharmacotherapy for it. My presenting symptoms were sharp neck and shoulder pain and back pain. My symptoms have reduced in intensity. But I have a fear that when I stop treatment, the symptoms will return. My physician has told me that slowly

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Hello, first don't google your symptoms. Doctor has seen atleast 10000 cases before treating you. Everyone is different. Try doing yoga and physical exercises daily. Slowly your doc will reduce the m ...  Read More

Hi My wife is diagnosed with somatoform pain disorder. She's undergoing treatment advised by Pshyciatrist at NIMHANS Bangalore. She's currently on Dulotin 20mg and has been further referred to a Clinical Psychologist. I would like to understand how a psychologist would help and can any psychologist would help Or are there specific for somatoform

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Yes.. Somatoform is psychological issue translated into bodily issues So need to understand what's causing it. What's the patient been suppressing Which can be done through therapy testing etc Consul ...  Read More

I have been suffering from somatoform disorder since last 3 years and now I am taking escitalopram 10mg, but my problem still persist what should I do now.

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Hi. It would have been better had you told about your symptoms rather than the diagnosis. I do hope that somatoform disorder is the diagnosis given to you by a psychiatrist rather than being a self di ...  Read More

Mujhe constant anxiety aur overthinking rehti hai, especially apni health ko lekar Bahar jaane par panic symptoms aate hain – chakkar, gir jaane ka dar Heart palpitations hoti hain, heartbeat tez ho jaati hai, heart attack ka dar lagta hai Somatic symptoms: chest tightness, body restlessness, weakness Neend deep nahi aati, raat me baar-baar n

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Jo dawai lere ho us, Dawai se weight gain hota h, Hum dawai change karke better dawai le sakte and also dose ka kaafi fark padta hai, ho sakta h aapki dose galat chalri ho Please consult online/offli ...  Read More

Thank you Dr Amol Jawale ...you solved my problem? My last question Somatoform disorder can be cured.(STABBING sensation)

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Dear sir ..thanks alot for appreciation. This positive feedback gives motivation for doing more good . Yes .. somatoform disorder can be cured . Multimodal approach is the key for treatment ...  Read More

Getting the trouble of the mind out of the body is called somatoform disorder?am I right ... respected doctor

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Dear maam Somatoform disorder is a category of disorders which are characterized by * Presence of physical symptoms that suggest a medical condition but are not fully explained by any known medical ...  Read More

Advice for does of how much mg I have earlier issue of somatoform autonomous dysfunction Symptom Increased urge of frequency of urination and motion Specially when going outside

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Better to use eliwel 25 then 50 ...  Read More

Got diagnosed with ssd 2 months back,taking medicines olinza 2.5 and s-vocita since one month at night,there is some improvement but still having stiffness in hands and weak legs. How long does it take to feel good?

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I talk myself loud sometimes i ask questions in mind and myself given answers tell me which disorder i have.

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Hello. Talking to oneself is a completely normal phenomenon. It is a part of the thinking process. Talking loudly to oneself, may appear odd to others around you, but even that's normal. None of these ...  Read More

Sir , past two years I'm suffering from somatoform disorder . Already gone through many prescriptions , initially I was taking consultation from neurologist as I was feeling pain in one side of my body , like my left side hand, leg. Also was feeling neck pain. Last yr as per Nimhans report came to know somataform so started taking consultation fro

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Since you are already on treatment from psychiatrist at NIMHANS.. if there is no good response better consult again, because 1) Your history would have been taken in detail and summarised, during fir ...  Read More

I have severe pain pin pricking sensations in my limbs .I m suffering from past 20 yrs . I do take prodep 20 everyday. Inspite taking medicines regularly this pain arises. I m in a miserable condition.pls help me. I do have irritable bowel syndrome and disturbed sleep at night. Constantly having pain which is killing me. I have become depressed and

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Need to be evaluated ...  Read More

Hello I hav been suffering from somatization since a year.There is a improvement of only 10%.how long it takes 2 recover?

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Hey Somatization is physical manifestation of psychological concerns Are your concerns been addressed in a therapy ? It’s important to discuss and equip yourself with tools to deal with it Consult w ...  Read More

Suffering from panic disorder from past one month. Can you please help to find out right treatment for this disorder?

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Hello, In panic disorder you feel as if everything is going to  end. Panic attack is usually associated with anticipatory anxiety of having one more panic attack. These symptoms will subside with ...  Read More

Is my mental problem an eating disorder? I have all the symptoms of an eating disordered person but i am not sure...

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If you feel so that you have an eating disorder, then do not delay and consult a psychiatrist. Eating disorder are of many types and also eating habits can change in many other mental disorders, hence ...  Read More

I have a wide range of symptoms including but not limited to, widespread pain and stiffness. A very extreme tight pain that becomes sharp and stabbing feeling if I move wrong. This pain started in my hands, went to my neck and shoulder and is no on my right flank. I also cough up blood in the AM. I have bipolar/depression/anxiety. The question is,

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Please Send me details of your problems, associated symptoms, all reports, current medicine names on practo We will help you ...  Read More

I am very shy yo say but when i go to my mother in law house i only go n sleep withnher m very attach with her when i sleep with her i need her nipples in my mouth and then onlyni go to sleepnis there some disorder with me why do i do this

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HELLO, CONSULT A PSYCHIATRIST. O.K ...  Read More

Mood sad pain in neck shoulders ,siffness in neck and throat, constipation, sensations in hands and arm and legs

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Seek guidance from a Psychiatrist​ and a Clinical Psychologist as soon as possible. ...  Read More

My younger brother has had decreasing performance in school over the past six months. During this time, he has become more irritable and irresponsible, has changed his group of friends, and has had decreasing personal hygiene. He was previously a high-achieving student, but his grades have slipped to the extent that he is failing several courses.

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Many an adolescents go through these problems. Please take him to a Pediatrician who may refer him to a child psychologist. It's also important to ensure that there is no problem with his physical hea ...  Read More

How to overcome anxiety disorder...... .....................................??????????????????????????????

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Hello, Anxiety disorder is a very general term. I need more details of your problem to suggest appropriately. ...  Read More

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