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Female | 18

Why Can't I Eat Normal Portions Anymore?

I am a 18 year old female , I’ve been struggling to eat for the past month because I eat small portions and I feel uncomfortable in my own skin as if I can’t take the small portions of food anymore it’s been happening for over a month

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Dr. Vikas Patel

Psychiatrist

Answered on 16th July '24

When e­ating small portions makes you uncomfortable, it's important to ask for help. This isn't normal be­havior. It could signal anxiety, stomach issues, or an eating disorde­r. Don't ignore these signs. Truste­d friends or family can support you in getting to the root cause­. Se­eking professional counseling from a psychiatrist may also provide­ clarity. 

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Hi - I am taking for 10 months now mirtazipine 30 mg. Is it ok to half the dose - or do I need to build down more slowly? I gain a lot of weight … Thank you

Female | Joke

A common side effect of mirtazapine is weight gain. Talk with your doctor before you reduce your dose. They might recommend a strategy to decrease the dose gradually so that you won't have withdrawal symptoms. It is dangerous to quickly change your dose; therefore, it is necessary to do it carefully under the supervision of your doctor. 

Answered on 6th Sept '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

can i take propranolol before parachuiting

Male | 24

I would think twice before using propranolol before parachuting. The reason for my concern is that propranolol can slow down heart rate as well as blood pressure levels. Quick blood flow is necessary for sufficient oxygen transportation in the body since parachuting involves falling from a high altitude. Taking propranolol might lead to feeling faint or light-headed. This could be highly unsafe while engaging in such an activity. Therefore, refraining from using this drug before going skydiving would be best.

Answered on 6th June '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

Hi doc. How dangerous is mixing overdose valium 300mg zolpidem 300 dormicum 300 klonpin 60mg with alcohol

Male | 32

A combination of Valium, Zolpidem, Dormicum, Klonopin, and alcohol with an overdose is highly risky. It causes severe bodily damage due to the high doses. Symptoms like lightheadedness, bewilderment, and even coma, may appear as the respiratory rate starts to decrease. This synthesis can be the most harmful since it targets the brain and the heart breathing. If you or another person has overdosed, immediately find someone to lend a hand.

Answered on 3rd Dec '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

My doctor changed olanzapine to abilify which I take for bipolar disorder. It is only the second day of the change over and I feel quite anxious. Is this due to withdrawal symptoms from the less olanzapine I'm taking or a side effect of abilify? Will it go away?

Male | 47

Transition periods can be a reason for feeling anxious. Fluctuation in drugs may cause short-lived panic attacks, this may be a result of reducing olanzapine and also starting abilify. Usually, these are transient and will disappear as your body adjusts to the new situation. Be sure to observe your symptoms and let your body get accustomed to the new medication. Even though it is normal, if you continue or become more anxious, talk to your healthcare professional. They can provide you with more support and may change your treatment plan if necessary. You are not the only one in this struggle and a good communication line with your physician is very important.

Answered on 13th Dec '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

Can glutathione be taken with bipolar medications?

Female | 31

One should consult a psychiatrist or counsellor for proper diagnosis and further treatment, ie u have depression or bipolar disorder, as treatment and outcome is different for both disorders, however let the psychiatrist decide what medications to take as per u r psychological condition, and have never personally used glutathione in bipolar

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Ketan Parmar

Dr. Ketan Parmar

My self Muthukumar, I'm facing issue with concentration issue. Unable to concentrate on work.

Male | 34

Losing focus is common and can happen due to pressure, lack of sleep, or distractions around you. If you often feel tired or easily distracted, try getting enough sleep, reducing distractions, and breaking your work into smaller tasks to improve focus.

Answered on 19th Sept '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

My son aged 25 was learnt to be under your treatment.I neither know for what illness nor have his prescription.He is aggressive and wouldn't co-operate if I call him for consultation with you along with me and his mom although he said to have consulted you.The boy is confined to his room and is hostile towards me for reasons unbelievable.His mother, my wife was under Dr vijayakumar's treatment from 2000 for over a period of 10 years.Now she consults another psychiatrist as she was on a transferable job. I am 62 years old and my wife 56 years.She had taken VRS from Bank job six months ago. My son is only child and a pampered one.His behaviour isn't acceptable although he would appear normal. I am worried how I could manage to give him treatment through you as he is aggressive and may also leave home

Male | 25

Aggression and hostility may be symptoms of other problems such as anxiety or depression. It is very important to handle the situation with empathy and patience. Supporting him through the process like by advising him to reach out to a psychiatrist, can be helpful. The main approach to the matter is to allow him to freely express what he feels, thus he will be able to share his issues. 

Answered on 27th Nov '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

i am on 20mg fluxetine one tablet a day i took 3 so 60mg as i missed a few days do i need to go to hospital

Female | 30

Hi there­! Taking more medicine than the­ suggested dose can be­ bad. If you take 60mg of fluoxetine inste­ad of 20mg, it can make you feel dizzy, mixe­d up, have a fast heartbeat, or e­ven get seizure­s. It is important to stay calm and tell your doctor right away. The doctor will help you know what to do ne­xt to stay safe and healthy.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

6 month ago my nervologist appointed me escitalopram 10 mg Now i decrease dosage to 1/4 and symptoms like confusion,dizzines,heaviness and etc comes me back its not hard like 6month ago but still its bad and uncomfortable when will be gone withdrawal symptoms?

Male | 22

You're de­aling with withdrawal effects due to lowe­ring your escitalopram dose. Your body got accustomed to a ce­rtain amount, so changing it leads to symptoms. Confusion, dizziness, and heavine­ss may occur when the medicine­ level drops. The positive­ side is that these e­ffects typically resolve within we­eks without intervention. Try re­laxing, sleeping adequate­ly, and consulting your doctor regarding gradually reducing dosage for be­tter symptom management.

Answered on 27th Aug '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

Taking alopathyic for bp. Can take ayurvedic medicines for insomnia

Male | 64

High blood pressure­ is okay if you take allopathic medicines. But mixing diffe­rent medicines without advice­ can be risky. Stress, bad slee­p habits, or health issues can cause insomnia. Warm milk or he­rbal teas may help insomnia. Tell your doctor about any ne­w treatments to stay safe and he­althy.

Answered on 25th July '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

I am using inderal 10mg twice and escitalophram 10 mg daily for anxiety from last 1 year.. Now i am good last time doctor said that we will reduce yout dose and then gradually quit this medication. Now iam far away from city and cannot go there kindly suggest me how to reduce dose

Male | 22

I advise against abruptly discontinuing any medication without consulting your doctor, especially when managing anxiety. Abruptly stopping drugs such as Inderal and Escitalopram can lead to serious withdrawal symptoms. It is preferable to seek guidance from a psychiatrist or mental health specialist for a proper tapering schedule to minimize potential adverse effects. It's crucial to follow your doctor's instructions and regularly update them about your condition.
 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

for mental illness he is under treatment at scb medical,cuttack,odisha. he is taking medicine:haloperidol,olanzapine,truhexiphenidyl,lorazepam from 2 month now. current problem is some burning sensation in head with shivering occasionally,

Male | 48

A burning he­ad and shivering is hard. These signs may come­ from your meds. Some pills can make muscle­s stiff and make you shake. Tell your doctor about the­se troubles - they might change­ your medicine to help. It's ke­y to report new issues while­ on medication. 

Answered on 20th July '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

My friend suffering from following problem 1 if family member not talking politely or net & clean way then she crying too much 2. After that talking with herself ( I am positive, everyone talking with me polite, all is well, ok etc) 3.crying too much, closes her eye, sleeping on floor, pain in her left side chest, stomach sounding very fast like gad gad, plam light bluish

Female | 26

Your friend is having a hard time dealing with stress and experiencing emotional troubles, which in turn, are causing physical problems. She might be crying, talking to herself, and feeling a sharp pain in her chest, which is a clear indication of stress and anxiety. The noises in the stomach and blueish palms may be the first signs of a high pulse rate and lack of normal blood circulation. Advice her to speak to someone she trusts and make deep breathing a habit, and have her try relaxation techniques to minimize stress. 

Answered on 24th July '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

I have BPD for 4 years. Feel very bad with myself. For a long time i using to imagine i am diffrent people. I have 2 characters i often imagine i am, and i dont really controll it. I dont know if i cant control it or i juat dont want to. But i am confuse, and somtimes i dont really know if its real or not. I usually know its not real, but its real for me some way. In my past i used to speak with them, but i stopped it a year ago. I really confused what i have.

Male | 22

You seem to be showing some signs of dissociative identity disorder (DID), which is also called multiple personality disorder. These people might have several identities or alters that influence their behavior and they might not know about it. Usually, it happens due to severe trauma in the past. Therapy – especially cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) – can assist you in comprehending and managing these different personalities for a better life.

Answered on 27th May '24

Dr. Vikas Patel

Dr. Vikas Patel

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