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I am constantly worrying about little things and I am emotional most of the time. Please advice.
Query: Hello doctor, I am constantly worrying about little things and I am emotional most of the time. I feel tired all day. Please advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and related low mood symptoms are quite common in adolescents. It is positive that you are insightful about your symptoms and seeking help. Have an open talk with your parents and trusted family members about your worries and diffic... Read Full »
Is it safe to take Cabergoline for erectile dysfunction due to Prozac?
Query: Hi doctor, I take Prozac 40 mg for a long time as a constant treatment by the specialist for GAD and SAD (chronic case). My weight is 93 kg, and my height is 175 cm. I take Crestor 2.5 mg daily. I do not have any other problems or illnesses. I am doing nearly well on Prozac, comparable with other S... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am happy to give you a second opinion on your problem. I can see the dilemma regarding your GAD (generalized anxiety disorder) treatment and erectile dysfunction (ED). I like to summarize your problems. You have, 1) Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). 2) Soc... Read Full »
I have been struggling with anxiety for four years. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have anxiety. It has been four years now, and I have done nothing about it. It started when I was held back a year in school, and lost all my friends. I had to make new friends and was embarrassed. But I have moved on, and I still have anxiety. It gets worse when I am at school. Please ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! I will need more details to be sure, but let me give you some ideas of what the situation probably is, and what you need to do about it. The anxiety you have mentioned is present all throughout the day, most of the days, or in some ... Read Full »
How to deal with suicidal thought and fear of death while driving?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 21 years old. I am having suicidal thoughts and not able to get into a parking space. I am a new driver, and I am scared that I will die while driving. I also feel like I am low than other people. I am having this problem for a several years. I have OCD, depression, and genera... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You appear to be less confident and excessively worried about driving. Many young drivers feel the same, but you appear to be more affected by anxiety related to driving and parking. Always remember that you will get better with experience. Try to drive at a slow pace... Read Full »
I think I have PTSD as I am unable to stop overthinking. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am not diagnosed with depression or on medication, but I think I have PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) because I am unable to stop overthinking about it as if I have too much health anxiety or concern. I am unable to keep still in one place. I get tensed and easily triggered by co... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read the information you have given, and I understood what you have been going through, and I would like to help you out. According to the details you have provided, it looks like you are suffering from generalized anxiety disorder, which needs to be treated at the e... Read Full »
My daughter suffering from GAD become resistant to Celexa. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My 12-year-old girl has been on Celexa from the age of seven years for GAD. She has been on 20 mg for the past three years. It has worked well for anxiety and mood regulation. She has been irritable and angry with some depression for the past six months. Would you think we should look at... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Generalized anxiety disorder is a simple anxiety disorder that is very easy to treat with medicines if it is combined with psychotherapy and progressive counseling. Medicines alone cannot cure it. Celexa (Citalopram) used to help her with anxiety and mood swings is... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23-year-old male weighing 145 lbs and height five feet 11 inches. I was diagnosed with GAD (generalized anxiety disorder) and am taking 20 mg of Escitalopram. My symptoms are mentioned below, Eight months ago- I woke up one morning with constant pressure behind my eyes a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You mentioned above the diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder and taking escitalopram 20 mg. I need further details. Can there be some other diagnosis? Diagnosis of anxiety is only by history and clinical judgment; no diagnostic test i... Read Full »
SSRI is not helping with my bipolar disorder and panic attacks. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have bipolar disorder, panic attacks, social and generalized anxiety disorder. I have one to three panic attacks per day, constant anxiety, and fear of leaving the house. No motivation to work, no energy, apathetic, without mood. Right now I am in a depressive episode. I previousl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If your anxiety is not responsive to SSRI's (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), then you should consider trying TCA (tricyclic antidepressants) class of antidepressants. They will help with your anxiety and panic attacks. Apart from Tranxene and Benzodiazepin... Read Full »
I am suffering from anxiety and fear. Please advise.
Query: Dear Doctor, I am 32 years old and I weigh 80kg. I am married and I am working with a telecom company. I got married six months back and my problem is anxiety and fear. I am not able to drive because of fear. Headache, blurred vision, shortness of breath are my problems. Among them, fear is the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the available description it appears to be Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) which is a kind of anxiety disorder that needs long term treatment. I would like to tell you that GAD is a kind of relapsing and remitting disorder and needs both medications as well as ... Read Full »
I have generalized anxiety disorder. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 23 years old. I have been suffering from a generalized anxiety disorder since childhood. One of the reasons for it is a physical defect that makes me self-conscious. I got to know very early that something is wrong with me. I have consulted many psychiatrists and tried many medicin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A lot of individuals have a generalized anxiety disorder, and this often causes significant comorbidity and depression. What kind of physical defect do you have? Regarding masturbation, it is a safe and healthy habit. It does not affect physical, mental, or reproductiv... Read Full »