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What are the side effects of taking Adderall?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a 29 year old boyfriend, who weighs 190 lbs and 6 feet tall, he is a former athlete in college. He was diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia through the spinal tab, five years ago. He is now taking Adderall 60 mg a day total, spread over six times, and is using Flumazenil cream, wh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Idiopathic hypersomnia is a sleep disorder even less common than narcolepsy, a rare sleep disease. The biggest distinguishing characteristics include differences in REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, the absence of cataplexy (a sudden weakness in the muscles while fully co... Read Full »
My mother has a lot of mood swings. How to treat her?
Query: Hello doctor, First of all, let me thank you for this platform. It is just wonderful that you make professional opinion available for people who have nowhere else to turn. My mother has been showing weird behavior ever since I can remember. The issue is that anytime someone (from our family or other... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. I can understand your concern regarding your mother and your brothers. You have given a beautifully elaborated history, clearly showing your mom is suffering from bipolar affective disorder (BPAD) and needs clinical assistance. She cannot take car... Read Full »
Whom should I consult for treatment of heavy head?
Query: Hello doctor, My mother is currently taking treatment from a psychiatrist for depression. Her major symptoms are heaviness in the head, lower back pain, mood swings, feeling sad, and negative thoughts. Recently magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scan were done. CT scan was... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would explain that your mother's symptoms seem to be related to depression with psychotic signs. The lesions in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are suggestive of small vessel disease. I would recommend taking daily baby Aspirin 80 mg to ... Read Full »
How do I overcome my premenstrual dysphoric disorder?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 48-year-old woman who has been dealing with emotionally and physically exhausting symptoms in the days before my menstrual cycle. I learned about premenstrual dysphoric disorder after doing some research. I'd like to know more details regarding this illness. Would you kindly expl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Most women worldwide experience menopausal symptoms during the menopause transition, or postmenopause. Vasomotor symptoms are most pronounced during the first four to seven years but can persist for more than a decade,... Read Full »
Why do I feel as if my friend is using me monetarily?
Query: Hi doctor, I do not have any health issue. But, I am not in mental peace with my close friends. I do something that is unintentional and it bothers my friends. This creates a sense of agony in me; it bothers me a lot as I overthink. The issue can be very small and negligible, but I think that one of... Read Full »
Answer: Hello. Welcome to icliniq.com. The feeling that your friends are using you for money could be occurring due to trust issues. This results in a reaction formation and ultimately results in worsening of the situation. To prevent sudden reactions try to remain calm. Try to find out the cause for re... Read Full »
How to deal with my behavior change and mood swings due to major sleeping problem?
Query: Hi doctor, I have major sleeping problems where I do not get sleep at night sometimes until late or sometimes at all. I also have a lot of mood swings where I am really happy at times and the next second my mood switches. I feel very confused about my behavior and in general, I do not like interact... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am so sorry to hear about your situation, I can imagine how hard it must be for you. With the little information that I have, I think your sleep issues are just an external expression of underlying anxiety. It is the fear that is keeping you awake so to help you with y... Read Full »
Do suicidal thoughts and mood swings define bipolar disorder?
Query: Hello doctor, I have three kids. My oldest is 16 years and she is a bit hard to deal with. I have been noticing her change of moods everyday. My mother, older sister, and younger brother told my middle son, that they hate her, no one wants her close. She had a rough break up, she says she hates lif... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Going by the description of your daughter's life circumstances and events, she seems to be in depression definitely. Is she in bipolar depression can only be determined if she exhibits the following. 1) Cycles of depression and mania. 2) There should be discrete episod... Read Full »
I have been experiencing changes in mood and energy levels. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 35-year-old female who has noticed fluctuations in mood and energy levels corresponding to seasonal changes. I suspect I might be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Could you please explain what SAD is and its underlying causes? How does it distinguish itself from ty... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I do understand your concern.I appreciate your interest in understanding seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Recognizing seasonal shifts in your mood and energy is crucial, as they may align with SAD symptoms. SAD is a form of depression that recurs seasonally, predominantly... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,My girlfriend and I had sex without penetration about two weeks ago. I had a severe flu when this happened. There was no penetration, and it was unprotected without clothes. She is still a virgin. She has been having irregular periods. The only contact with the vulva was with the precum... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your spouse has developed and missed her period due to a condition called premenstrual syndrome based on her symptomatic presentation. Let her do a hormone profile test and reply with the result. Kindly give her the following medications: T... Read Full »
I plan to stay off from birth control. Can my symptoms relapse?
Query: Hi doctor,I have been on birth control for about a year. Before I started with birth control, I used to fall down a lot and had mood swings. I used to get angry about everything, but I feel a lot happier ever since I started with birth control. I am planning to get the implant removed in a few weeks... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It is possible that you may experience changes in mood and emotions after stopping birth control, as hormonal changes can affect your mood and emotional well-being. However, the extent and duration of these changes can vary from person to... Read Full »