Understanding Health Anxiety: Is It OCD or Hypochondria?
The pain of emotional fluctuations? Hello, doctor. I have symptoms of health anxiety. I often check my throat (by poking or looking), examine my stool (by touching while wearing gloves), and observe moles on my body (by measuring and recording them), and I always feel very worrie...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you described are more indicative of health anxiety and anxiety disorders. It is recommended to try to shift your focus to other positive people and things, and to accept that it is natural to still feel worried at times. You can remind yourself, "I am wo...[Read More] Understanding Health Anxiety: Is It OCD or Hypochondria?
Am I Really Suffering from Anxiety Disorder? Understanding Your Symptoms
Could this be anxiety disorder? Hello Doctor, I am a junior student. I often find myself dwelling on trivial matters for a long time, even spending time online searching for information. This makes it difficult for me to focus on other tasks. Additionally, I have high expectation...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, anxiety can be a personality trait, a disorder, or a state, but these require a period of observation and follow-up. Regardless of the situation, appropriate intervention can lead to improvement. It is recommended that you collaborate with your outpatient physician and dis...[Read More] Am I Really Suffering from Anxiety Disorder? Understanding Your Symptoms
Will Escitalopram's Drowsiness Side Effect Fade Over Time?
Regarding escitalopram, it may cause drowsiness? Hello, doctor. I previously asked you about anxiety disorder, and I forgot to ask one more question. I am currently taking this medication once a day in the morning, and I always feel very sleepy after taking it, which somewhat aff...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, the side effects of this type of medication usually diminish as the body gradually adapts. However, if the same issues persist after some time, you might consider taking it before bedtime, as this often reduces the feeling of drowsiness. You can also discuss this in person...[Read More] Will Escitalopram's Drowsiness Side Effect Fade Over Time?
Should I Seek Help from a Psychiatrist for My Mental Health?
Should I seek treatment at a psychiatric hospital? Hello Doctor, I am currently a high school sophomore. Since childhood, I have experienced unexplained feelings of anxiety or stress that lead me to bite my nails and constantly pick at my hands. In middle school, I harmed myself ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Nicky, since childhood, you have been biting your nails and picking at your skin, which can be harmful to yourself and is often associated with anxiety and depression. It is recommended to first recognize and accept this part of yourself, and then try to learn new and diffe...[Read More] Should I Seek Help from a Psychiatrist for My Mental Health?
Struggling with Cross-Dressing: Seeking Help for Compulsive Behavior
Enjoys wearing women's clothing and skirts? I really enjoy wearing women's clothing, especially skirts. I love buying skirts and have almost 200 of them now. I still want to buy more, and I think about wearing women's clothing every day, often opting for skirts. I&...
Dr. Wang Yixiang Reply:
The desire to wear women's clothing and to purchase women's clothing can sometimes be linked to emotional symptoms, such as episodes of mania; at other times, it may be associated with psychiatric symptoms; and sometimes it resembles anxiety disorders similar to obsessi...[Read More] Struggling with Cross-Dressing: Seeking Help for Compulsive Behavior
Understanding Panic Disorder Linked to Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
Panic disorder caused by autonomic nervous system dysregulation? About a year ago, I was diagnosed with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. However, after taking the first dose of medication the next day, I experienced hand tremors and an accelerated heartbeat, which caused me ...
Dr. Tang Jiahong Reply:
Hello, sir: Among your current medications, bromazin (generic name bromazepam) belongs to the benzodiazepine class of anxiolytics, which provides an immediate sense of relaxation upon ingestion. Sertraline is a medication that enhances serotonin levels and improves anxiety over t...[Read More] Understanding Panic Disorder Linked to Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
Understanding the Connection Between Anxiety and GERD Symptoms
Anxiety-related gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Hello Doctor: I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder two years ago and have been taking medication for it. Currently, I take one tablet of Clonazepam 37.5 mg after dinner every day. My doctor told me that I cannot stop this me...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Emotions and gastrointestinal symptoms can potentially influence each other. When experiencing low mood and high stress, gastrointestinal symptoms may worsen. Conversely, discomfort in the gastrointestinal tract can also lead to feelings of low mood. It is advisable to dis...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Anxiety and GERD Symptoms
Managing Anxiety and Its Impact on Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Lower esophageal sphincter relaxation gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Hello Doctor: I experienced a panic attack at the end of December two years ago, which led to a diagnosis of anxiety disorder, and I have been continuously using psychiatric medication since then. Later,...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. Patients with anxiety disorders often experience various physiological symptoms, which can occur in different parts of the body. Gastrointestinal issues, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), are also commonly observed. It is advisable for you to seek consultat...[Read More] Managing Anxiety and Its Impact on Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Am I Sick or Just Feeling Down? Understanding Mental Health Struggles
Is it an illness or just feeling down? I have been feeling down for about six months now. My emotions fluctuate; sometimes I feel good, and other times I feel extremely bad. I might be happily playing one moment and then crying the next, or I wake up with a lot of negative though...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. The text reveals long-term negative emotions. As you mentioned, you have high self-expectations. Additionally, it seems you are also confused about self-identity. Whether these conditions (symptoms) have reached the level of a disorder (illness) requires further evaluation...[Read More] Am I Sick or Just Feeling Down? Understanding Mental Health Struggles
Delusions or Obsessive Thoughts? Understanding Anxiety Symptoms
Is it a delusion or obsessive thinking? Hello, doctor. I have anxiety disorder, and I often worry that I might develop schizophrenia, and this worry is uncontrollable. I have been constantly searching online for symptoms of mental illness, which has led me to frequently think abo...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: The symptoms of anxiety disorder include endless worrying, which may also involve concerns about having other more serious illnesses. If you can still recognize that the thoughts of being harmed are unreasonable, it likely has not reached the level of delusion. However, pr...[Read More] Delusions or Obsessive Thoughts? Understanding Anxiety Symptoms
Am I Overly Anxious? Understanding Health Anxiety and Blood Pressure Monitoring
If you are measuring your blood pressure 50 times a day, it may indicate that you are experiencing significant anxiety? Hello Doctor: I am a patient with hypertension. Although I take my blood pressure medication regularly every day and my blood pressure is completely normal, I h...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello: It does sound like there may be symptoms of anxiety disorder. It is recommended to visit a psychiatrist for evaluation and to receive psychotherapy, behavioral therapy, relaxation training, or medication treatment.[Read More] Am I Overly Anxious? Understanding Health Anxiety and Blood Pressure Monitoring
Understanding PTSD: Why Traumatic Memories Are Often Repressed
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead to the forgetting of certain memories due to psychological factors. This phenomenon can be explained by Freud's theory of repression, which suggests that individuals often unconsciously avoi...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
The September 21 earthquake caused severe disasters across Taiwan, resulting in numerous casualties and the destruction of many homes. Survivors faced the devastation of their communities, the loss of loved ones, and various difficulties in daily life, housing, and transportation...[Read More] Understanding PTSD: Why Traumatic Memories Are Often Repressed
Understanding Medication for Anxiety: Common Concerns and Side Effects
Questions about pharmacological treatment for anxiety disorders? Hello, doctor. I am currently a freshman in college, and I often excessively worry about my health (I tend to magnify minor discomforts, search online for disease articles, and remain anxious until symptoms resolve....
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Zhang: Generally, side effects caused by medications tend to become less severe over time as the body adapts. There are many reasons for fatigue, and it is not necessarily caused by medication; anxiety itself can be quite draining, and being in a constant state of anx...[Read More] Understanding Medication for Anxiety: Common Concerns and Side Effects
Understanding Anxiety: Does Relaxation Lead to Shorter Life?
Strange worries: Relaxation may lead to a shorter lifespan? I have often experienced anxiety and worry, accompanied by headaches and chest tightness. Recently, I came across two strange articles that triggered an inexplicable sense of concern. I feel like I have developed a subco...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. You seem to be prone to anxiety and tension (panic is also a form of anxiety). The main idea of these two articles is to inform us that while people generally dislike stress, moderate stress can actually be beneficial. You can search online for information regarding what s...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety: Does Relaxation Lead to Shorter Life?
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Anxiety in Students
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction I often experience unexplained panic, anxiety, headaches, and even spontaneous crying, which has been ongoing for a year. These symptoms have severely affected my academic performance, especially now that I am preparing for college entrance ex...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. Autonomic nervous system dysfunction and anxiety disorders are similar conditions. In medical terminology, they are sometimes used interchangeably. The situation you described does indeed suggest the possibility of autonomic nervous system dysfunction (or anxiety disorder)...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Anxiety in Students
Am I Experiencing Health Anxiety? Understanding Symptoms and Solutions
Is it hypochondriasis? Since last year, I have often felt sudden anxiety, which led me to visit the emergency room two or three times. The doctors said it was autonomic nervous system dysregulation, but I seem to have become more neurotic. Whenever I experience pain in any part o...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. The situation described in the text can be considered as symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction. For now, it is not necessary to differentiate whether it is a case of illness anxiety disorder, as it falls within that category. There is often anxiety, negative emo...[Read More] Am I Experiencing Health Anxiety? Understanding Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Anxiety-Related Physical Symptoms: A Comprehensive Guide
Anxiety-related physical discomfort? Hello, Doctor: A year ago, due to my living environment, the people around me, and work-related stress, I found myself getting angry easily, almost every day. Initially, I thought it was not a big deal, but later on, I started experiencing fee...
Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello, Anxiety-related disorders include anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and panic disorder. In simple terms, these conditions are characterized by significant physical and mental disturbances that affect daily life and functioning for an extended period...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety-Related Physical Symptoms: A Comprehensive Guide
Is My Struggle with Social Situations Social Anxiety Disorder?
Do I have social anxiety disorder? Hello, doctor. I've been a slow-moving person since childhood, and my communication skills are poor, making social interactions quite challenging for me. Whenever there are three or more people gathered, I hardly ever speak. I experienced b...
Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello, Caiyun: Based on your description, it seems that your nervousness and even physical discomfort when presenting or interacting with others may indicate a tendency towards social anxiety, although it may not necessarily reach the level of "social anxiety disorder."...[Read More] Is My Struggle with Social Situations Social Anxiety Disorder?
Understanding Anxiety, Panic, and Depression: Navigating Mental Health Challenges
Anxiety disorders, panic disorders, depression? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: About a year ago (September 2016), I experienced a significant dizziness upon waking up one day, which startled me. I quickly lay down to rest for a while, and it got better. However, since that d...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Avi: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are effective in treating panic, anxiety, and depression, as anxiety can produce similar symptoms. However, these medications typically take three to six weeks of consistent use before their effects stabilize. It is reco...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety, Panic, and Depression: Navigating Mental Health Challenges
Understanding Anxiety: Am I Overthinking What Others Think of Me?
I'm very worried..? I feel like I might be seriously ill. 😭 I often think that others might not like me. For example, recently when I was training new employees, I found myself wondering if they thought I was impressive for knowing these things. Or when I go out, I am very c...
Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello, from your description, it seems that you often have excessive worries or are particularly concerned about how others perceive you. Whether the level of your anxiety has reached the point of an anxiety disorder or other conditions needs to be assessed through a personal eva...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety: Am I Overthinking What Others Think of Me?