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How can I overcome anxiety caused by negative thoughts?
Query: Hello doctor, I am facing anxiety issues due to overthinking and negative thoughts. In the past, I never wanted some of the things to happen but they happened in my life. Now I feel anxiety about negative possibilities, which I do not want to happen. But these “what if” thoughts are causing ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. You may have an anxiety disorder. There is non-pharmacological management for it, you should try to follow the below guidelines to deal with it. It will help you. 1) You should exercise daily for 30 to 45 minutes lik... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, Are there any specific relaxation exercises or mindfulness techniques that I can try for anxiety disorder? I am interested in incorporating these practices into my daily routine to help reduce overall anxiety levels. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I would suggest you do relaxation for 20 minutes daily. Sit in a place in a comfortable position and try to concentrate on your normal breathing. Do not try or force yourself to stop your thoughts, just let it be. This wil... Read Full »
Is tablet Cymbalta better or tablet Lyrica better for generalised anxiety disorder?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been prescribed Cymbalta (Duloxetine) and Lyrica (Pregabalin) for anxiety (panic disorder). I have had generalized anxiety disorder for the past five years. I want to know how effective these drugs would be (Lyrica and Cymbalta), and the likelihood of dependence (of either drug... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The tablet Cymbalta and tablet Lyrica are both different drugs. Both help in somatic pain, sometimes in anxiety. Duloxetine is an antidepressant and has anti-anxiety effects. The drug can help to control anxiety and pain if taken in the long term regularly. Table... Read Full »
I had a panic or deja vu attack that would not go away till I went to sleep. Why is this happening?
Query: Hi doctor, Two months ago, and the other day, I encountered a strange deja vu experience. I kept having thoughts, and they came with a deja vu feeling. These thoughts feel familiar, but I do not recall having them. Yet, I can visualize it in my "mind's eye." I also felt out of it. I could even tell ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I would like to know more information regarding your symptoms. For instance, was it a one-time incidence? Or do you have similar episodes intermittently? If yes, how frequently and how often per month does it occur? Do you experience any ... Read Full »
Can I use Manasamitra Vatakam for anxiety disorder?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from anxiety disorder taking Prothiaden 25 mg to feel sleepy could not get up early in the morning. Will Manasamitra Vatakam solve the problem? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are very few studies that support the efficacy of Manasamitra Vatakam for treating anxiety disorder. In one study, it was found to be helpful in anxiety disorders and have some effect in reducing daytime sleepiness. But it is one study, and with only that, I wo... Read Full »
Kindly explain whether my feeling of a foggy brain is a panic attack or an aura.
Query: Hi doctor, I found out that I had an anxiety disorder about six months ago. I have always been worried about my health even when I was a kid, and I think that is the reason why I developed this disorder. The thing is that I am really concerned about my health and I always worry about the worst possi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. From the description, it appears that you have experienced depersonalization episode.Depersonalization episode occurs in various anxiety disorders including dissociative disorders. As the name suggests, the person experience... Read Full »
After taking antidepressants, my cousin remains drowsy. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My 22 year old cousin has been feeling depressed, easily irritable, and anxious for past few months. He also smokes 5 to 6 cigarettes per day. We consulted a psychiatrist last week, and he prescribed some medicines. After taking these medications he is feeling drowsy, and he says that his... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the attached prescription (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The medicines which are prescribed for your cousin are antidepressants, mood stabilizer, and multivitamins. As you have told that your cousin is feeling depressed, irritable, and anxi... Read Full »
Which drug is the best for anxiety disorder, Trintellix or Cipralex?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder and was given Trintellix 10 mg. I took it for two weeks it helped with anxiety attacks but made me nervous about every emotion or feeling I felt. My mother has bipolar disorder and health anxiety and I think I have health anxiety too. I am worr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It looks like you are experiencing significant anxiety. I note that you are weaning off Trintellix 10 mg and are you are in a dilemma about starting Cipralex (Escitalopram) due to concerns about side effects like developing mania. Since your anxiety appears quite sig... Read Full »
I suffer from anxiety and OCD. Is it due to increase in FT3 level?
Query: Hello doctor, I suffered from terrible anxiety and OCD that seems to come and go over time. My mother had exactly the same disorder like myself. She was diagnosed with an under active thyroid and autoimmune thyroid issue. On taking medication to sort her levels she has been free from the mental heal... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you have sub-clinical hyperthyroidism and the FT3 here does not seem to be high enough to be causing the symptoms that you have mentioned so rest assured on that front as of now. This condition d... Read Full »
I am an 18-year-old girl experiencing anxiety and depression. What steps can I take to overcome it?
Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old girl. I am 5 feet 4 inches tall and weigh 84 pounds. I have been experiencing feelings of anxiety for the past few days, approximately three to four days. I frequently experience anxiety, and when it happens, it tends to last for a month or two. My most recent epis... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. Kindly screen yourself for clinical depression and anxiety disorders. You can do a self-rating test, such as Zung's self-rating depression scale and Zung's self-rating anxiet... Read Full »