Dr. Li Zhengfeng reply Psychiatry Question - Page 2

Regarding the use of sleep medications? Hello Doctor, six months ago I had issues with gastrointestinal ulcers combined with irritable bowel syndrome, so I took one "Sublingual" before bed every night for three months. Before taking Sublingual, I did not have severe ins...

Psychiatric medications can lead to weight gain? Hello, doctor. I am currently seeing a psychiatrist and taking Risperidone, Deansox, Rifampicin, and extended-release Quetiapine. I would like to ask if taking these medications could lead to weight gain. I am concerned because con...

My husband has bipolar disorder and doesn't want me to accompany him to medical appointments? My husband sought medical attention on his own, and based on his self-description, the doctor diagnosed him with depression. However, as time has passed, he has started to exhibit m...

Work and Family Hello, I was diagnosed with schizophrenia when I started university. I got married last April and had a baby this August. My child is now two months old. I want to work, but I'm not sure what would be suitable for me. Previously, I worked as an assistant in t...

Depressive tendencies, work fatigue? I have been somewhat introverted and shy since childhood, even feeling inferior and not liking to answer questions. I dislike going out to buy things or paying for them. However, due to my family's situation, I have to work. I have previo...

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) related to cleanliness? Hello Doctor, I am currently a high school student. Whenever something falls on the floor at school, I constantly feel that it is contaminated with bacteria and I want to clean it. Also, I am afraid to touch the faucet i...

Major depressive disorder, severe anxiety disorder, severe obsessive-compulsive disorder, severe panic disorder, severe hypochondriasis, post-traumatic stress disorder, mild auditory hallucinations, palpitations, insomnia, and possibly other psychiatric symptoms? I'm sorry, ...

Is this an illness? I used to find everyone around me unbearable and inexplicably disliked those close to me. I had thoughts of self-harm, experienced intense mood swings, and was easily saddened. One day, my family asked my primary care physician about my situation, and the doct...

How to encourage a friend who may be suffering from depression to seek medical help? Hello, a colleague and friend of mine started exhibiting significant behavioral changes about four months ago. He was originally humorous and considerate, but suddenly became tense all day, irrit...

Insomnia, autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello Doctor: I have had trouble sleeping since middle school, and it has become increasingly difficult now that I am in college. At night, my body tends to twitch while I sleep. In September, I experienced a whole night of insomnia...

Insomnia issues Hello, doctor. Almost every night, I lie in bed for a long time before I can fall asleep. This situation has been ongoing for quite a while. Should I see a psychiatrist, or do you have any suggestions for solutions?

It seems like you might be feeling overwhelmed or struggling with negative thoughts. It's important to reach out for support. Consider talking to Hello Doctor: I used to be cheerful but also had negative thoughts. However, now I feel even more negative. After giving birth, I...

Am I experiencing depression, anxiety, or panic stemming from worry? I don't know when I started to feel increasingly unhappy. My low mood has persisted for a long time (over three months now), and I've begun to feel weary of the world. Sometimes I feel like I can'...

If you want to manage and improve your symptoms without medication, consider the following strategies: 1. **Lifestyle Changes**: Incorporate regular physical activity, a balanced diet, and adequate sleep into your routine. These can significantly impact your overall health and w...

I'm not sure if it's really postpartum depression? About five months after giving birth, one night in May, after talking on the phone with my husband, I suddenly felt that life was very dull and I didn’t know what I was living for. I felt that it would be easier to be d...

Mental health issues I am very afraid to go outside because I fear being hit by a car. I am scared of scissors on the table when I leave the house, and I have to ask whether I should bring my glasses. My ability to make decisions is very poor; I have to ask about everything, like...

Bipolar disorder? Recently, I have been experiencing extreme emotional fluctuations. Normally, I feel very happy and believe that nothing can defeat me. I have thoughts and behaviors that make me feel like a genius, and I often express to my family and friends how smart I am. How...

Schizophrenia or Dissociative Identity Disorder (formerly known as Multiple Personality Disorder) In high school, I was bullied by my classmates, going through cycles of reconciliation and exclusion. Eventually, I felt I didn't want to face them anymore, but I sensed that an...

Is there a concern about the possibility of overdose with my mother's current prescriptions? Hello Doctor: My mother was hospitalized at a medical center in southern Taiwan in early February for the treatment of hyponatremia, during which she also experienced symptoms of ins...

Medication consultation Hello doctor, the patient is experiencing excessive sleepiness and has been taking Modafinil, but there has been no improvement in alertness, nor any side effects of insomnia. The patient still falls asleep easily but does not feel rested upon waking. What...