Major Depressive Disorder Questions

It takes 2-12 weeks to produce it's changes on the emotional and behavioral problems and it effect wanes ofter treatment in about 2-12 weeks.

Dear user. I can understand. Please don't be panic but be serious about the symptoms. Consult your psychologist for physical investigation. Please provide more information so that we can start the diagnosis process and the treatment. I am here to help you in every aspect of your mental and physical health. Any sexual or psychological problems can be cured with the help of various methods and therapies. I suggest you to post your query with every detail here. I will help you in overcoming your pr...more

Dear Famish,
Mirtazapine is sedating. But in your case, it is NOT prescribed for sedation. Its antidepressant effect will be useful - not only in insomnia but also in other symptoms. The prescription starts with 7.5 mg and goes on building upto even 90 mg to get over depression. Generally the doctor will try with the lowest dose for 2-3 weeks and increase it depending on the benefit and side effects. Vortioxetine is comparatively a newer antidepressant and you have to try out the dose. Again...more

Dear Lybrate user
you are using thyronorm, for hypothyroidism, lam, desilam and olanz for depression. Hypothyroidism can cause many neuropsychiatry symptoms like feeling sad, loss of pleasure, guilt, irritation, stress, anxiety, and panic attacks. In your case you lost pleasure in previously pleasurable things it seems or new onset of feeling sad. What ever it may be a symptom of depression only. You need to give detail history for clarification. Regarding next step in your case you should n...more

yes.. Weakness, tiredness, or lightheadedness.
Heart palpitations and shortness of breath.
Pale skin.
A smooth tongue.
Constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or gas.
Nerve problems like numbness or tingling, muscle weakness, and problems walking.
Vision loss are common symptoms of vit b12 deficiency.

You are going through a rough patch in your life. Family and social support system usually helpful during this tough time but you are also not getting that support. But remember that this is only a rough patch. Keep working on your plans and enhancing your professional skills. You will get a job. You can take help from recruitment agencies. Don't wait for the perfect job. You will always get a better job later on. First try to be in the job market.

There is no rationale combining prodep with feliz as both are ssri. Combination needs to be done by a psychiatrist, kindly consult one. All the best.

Hello, It is possible that you have mild depression because of which you are not able to sleep and are constantly worried. Unfortunately we can not prescribe medicines without our stamp as you would not be able to get them. But you can try to maintain a little sleep hygiene by reading at night or avoiding caffeine drinks after 8 pm. You can also try meditation. You can contact a psychiatrist soon if this does not help as you May require medicines.

Dear Mr. lybrate-user,
Please consult an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who will examine you and give you the treatment options. Regards.

You are having classical symptoms of depression, consult a psychiatrist and seek remedy. Most likely you will change for better. All the best.