Can Traditional and Western Medicine Be Used Together for Mental Health?
Can traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine be taken together? Two months ago, I was diagnosed with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. After taking Western medicine, my symptoms gradually improved, and I switched to traditional Chinese medicine. Two weeks ago, I redu...
Dr. Song Chengxian Reply:
Hello, Ms. Huang: I am not aware of your medication, but I recommend that you discuss with your prescribing physician whether it is appropriate to combine it with traditional Chinese medicine and what precautions to take. I would also like to remind all patients and readers that ...[Read More] Can Traditional and Western Medicine Be Used Together for Mental Health?
Understanding Children's Mental Health: Addressing Attention and Anxiety Issues
Concern about children's mental health and attention? It seems like I am experiencing some cognitive disturbances, especially when I close my eyes to sleep. I sometimes hear words like "ninja," "eating," or "company," but they don't seem to...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your inquiry. I can sense your discomfort and distress from your message. I strongly recommend that you discuss and evaluate your situation with a psychiatrist as soon as possible. Whether you choose a large hospital or a clinic should not make much...[Read More] Understanding Children's Mental Health: Addressing Attention and Anxiety Issues
Am I Experiencing Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Am I experiencing autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello Doctor, I have some questions I would like to ask. Last year during my internship, I experienced palpitations and underwent tests such as echocardiography and electrocardiogram, which revealed issues with mitral valve ...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Following your comprehensive physical examination, it has been found that you have mitral valve prolapse and tricuspid regurgitation. Therefore, please follow up with a cardiologist to monitor your condition and adjust your medications accordingly. Regarding th...[Read More] Am I Experiencing Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Understanding the Link Between Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Panic Symptoms
Is it autonomic nervous system dysfunction combined with panic disorder? I have been experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort frequently, with three episodes occurring in the past three months. This time, it has been three weeks and I am still not fully recovered. Initially, I no...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Xuan: Physical discomfort can lead to psychological stress, and psychological stress can, in turn, exacerbate physical symptoms. Conversely, when anxiety decreases, physical discomfort may also improve. Symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, gastrointestinal discomfort, dizzines...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Panic Symptoms
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Sleep Issues
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction, sleep disorders, and psychoneurosis? I initially experienced sudden chest tightness and anxiety while sleeping, which happened twice. After that, I felt very low for about a week, but I started to feel a bit better for a few days. Recently, o...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Lin: Experiencing sudden chest tightness and anxiety while sleeping, feeling down, having racing thoughts, and being easily tense, along with dreaming frequently and waking up earlier than usual, may indicate symptoms related to anxiety and depression. It is recommend...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Sleep Issues
Understanding Serotonin Medications: Dosage, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Serotonin medications Hello, doctor, thank you for your response! I have some more questions to ask you... Is it possible to start taking serotonin medication at a low dose, such as one-fourth of a pill, and gradually increase it? If so, will the body slowly adapt to the side eff...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your inquiry and for your message. When using medication, starting at a low dose can relatively reduce the occurrence of side effects. Of course, some individuals may still not be suitable for certain medications, which is why I recommend exploring ...[Read More] Understanding Serotonin Medications: Dosage, Side Effects, and Alternatives
Understanding Panic Disorder and Autonomic Dysregulation: A Patient's Journey
Panic disorder, hypochondriasis, autonomic nervous system dysregulation? Hello, Doctor Dai. Three months ago, I often stayed up late and played video games, and during that time, I was unemployed, which affected my health. One night, I thought about doing push-ups, and after fini...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello, A-Wan: Panic disorder and hypochondriasis often accompany physical symptoms related to the autonomic nervous system, in addition to anxiety and tension. These conditions can be improved through psychiatric treatment, which may include medication or psychological/behavioral...[Read More] Understanding Panic Disorder and Autonomic Dysregulation: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Serotonin Medications: Why They May Not Work for Everyone
Serotonin-related medications Doctor, is it true that about one in ten people cannot use serotonin-related medications? I have autonomic nervous system dysfunction along with panic attacks! I experience palpitations, unstable blood pressure, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizzi...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your inquiry and for your message. I understand that autonomic nervous system dysregulation combined with panic attacks can be quite uncomfortable for you. You also mentioned that you have had an adverse experience with secondary serotonin treatment...[Read More] Understanding Serotonin Medications: Why They May Not Work for Everyone
Understanding Panic Attacks and Sleep Disturbances: A Mental Health Perspective
Occasional panic attacks, racing thoughts at night, and body jerks while falling asleep..? Hello, doctor. In early January, I experienced sudden sharp pain in my heart, numbness in my limbs, tingling in my head, dry eyes, headaches, and dizziness. One night, I suddenly had a pani...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello, Miss Cat: Panic disorder, when it occurs, is characterized by significant anxiety, tension, palpitations, shortness of breath, sweaty palms, and discomfort in the chest and abdomen. The episode progresses rapidly, often reaching its peak within just 10 minutes, and individ...[Read More] Understanding Panic Attacks and Sleep Disturbances: A Mental Health Perspective
Understanding Anxiety Symptoms: Is It Dysautonomia or Overthinking?
Unclear symptoms? I have been feeling very anxious for the past four weeks due to a possible HIV infection. Although everyone says it's unlikely, I am having trouble eating, and my throat feels a bit strange—not sore, but dry and somewhat constricted. I occasionally experien...
Dr. Liu Runqian Reply:
As you mentioned, if you continuously suspect that you have HIV despite multiple tests and confirmations from various doctors, and you still have strong doubts along with persistent anxiety and repeated testing, you may be experiencing health anxiety. The physical symptoms you de...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety Symptoms: Is It Dysautonomia or Overthinking?
Overwhelmed Thoughts Before Sleep: A Struggle with Anxiety and Numbness
Before going to bed, my mind keeps racing with thoughts, and I feel like I'm about to lose my mind and break down? At the beginning of January, I suddenly experienced chest pain followed by symptoms of numbness throughout my body. For several days, I intermittently felt numb...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: It seems that you are experiencing some feelings of unease and anxiety, which have been affecting your life. I recommend looking into educational materials on emotional management and stress relief to learn some methods for improvement. If there is no effect, I suggest con...[Read More] Overwhelmed Thoughts Before Sleep: A Struggle with Anxiety and Numbness
Overcoming Low Resilience: Coping with Anxiety and Uncertainty
Stress resilience has significantly decreased? Hello, doctor. At the beginning of this year, I encountered some issues at work that led to significant physical discomfort. After being diagnosed by a physician with mild anxiety and autonomic nervous system dysfunction, I left my j...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Mei: Being unemployed for almost a year is a persistent source of stress, and combined with past experiences of setbacks, it is natural to experience some symptoms of anxiety or depression under such pressure. First, accept your current situation. Overcoming emotional sympt...[Read More] Overcoming Low Resilience: Coping with Anxiety and Uncertainty
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction I've been taking LEEYO for four days, but I'm feeling a bit uncomfortable. Is it true that the medication will only take effect after two weeks? Although I've been taking sleeping pills and can fall asleep quickly, I wake up imm...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Chen: Concerns about side effects can be monitored further, as issues related to medication side effects typically diminish over time. Treatment requires a lot of patience; in addition to taking medication, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and adjusting one's mind...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment
Understanding the Delay in Antidepressant Effects for Autonomic Nervous Disorders
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction I would like to ask another question: why do antidepressant medications for treating autonomic nervous system disorders take more than two weeks to become effective? Is there a treatment for this in traditional Chinese medicine? I really want ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Chen: Because medications must act on the brain to produce therapeutic effects, the receptors of neurotransmitters in the brain will change their activity only after sensing a sustained change in the concentration of neurotransmitters over a period of time, which lead...[Read More] Understanding the Delay in Antidepressant Effects for Autonomic Nervous Disorders
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Treatment and Serotonin
Reply to 115918 autonomic nervous system disorder? Okay, I understand. So, it would take about 2 to 3 months for treatment, right? Also, I misspoke; I meant to ask whether it is related to serotonin?
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Xiao Chen: Yes, it is related to serotonin in the central nervous system. Treatment requires patience and should be combined with a healthy lifestyle; improvements should be noticeable within two months. Wishing you the best.[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Treatment and Serotonin
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Serotonin Boosting Foods
Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction I have read some articles mentioning autonomic nervous system disorders, serotonin, and that eating bananas can help supplement serotonin, as well as fruits that can aid with insomnia and depression. Is this true?
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Serotonin must be released by nerve cells into the synaptic cleft to have an effect; therefore, consuming these foods does not provide significant benefits.[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Serotonin Boosting Foods
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment
Regarding case 115742, autonomic nervous system dysregulation? I have been staying up late for over a year, but in early September, I started experiencing many symptoms such as frequent urination, memory loss, lack of appetite, easy irritability, impatience, cold extremities, ina...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Chen: The symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction can be addressed by a psychiatrist. It seems that you are still troubled by these issues even after adjusting your sleep, so I recommend seeking medical attention. As for questions Q1-Q3, it would be more appr...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment
Understanding Heavy Head Symptoms: Is Sleep Apnea the Culprit?
The back of the head has been heavy for nine months? Hello doctor, I started experiencing a heavy sensation in the back of my head at the beginning of February this year. Initially, I thought it was a cold, but after more than a month, I went to see a doctor. The doctor said I wa...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Alvin: If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, it is advisable to continuously wear a CPAP machine while sleeping. Since all tests show no significant abnormalities and you are experiencing weight loss and physical discomfort, it is recommended that you consult a psych...[Read More] Understanding Heavy Head Symptoms: Is Sleep Apnea the Culprit?
Why Do Doctors Prescribe Antidepressants for Autonomic Nervous System Disorders?
Why is it necessary to take antidepressants for autonomic nervous system dysregulation? I don't understand why all doctors prescribe antidepressants and anxiolytics for autonomic nervous system disorders. Is it related to hemoglobin? Please clarify, doctor.
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Chen: The autonomic nervous system can be likened to the body's alarm system. Symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction typically arise when this alarm system becomes overly sensitive, interpreting harmless situations as crises, leading the body to remain ...[Read More] Why Do Doctors Prescribe Antidepressants for Autonomic Nervous System Disorders?
Understanding Medication for Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: A Patient's Inquiry
Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation: Medication Issues Today, I visited the psychiatrist at the hospital and discussed my condition, which includes bladder sensitivity, lack of energy, and difficulty concentrating. I would like to inquire about the functions of the following m...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Improvement in sleep can occur relatively quickly, and you should notice effects after taking it that night. As for other symptoms, it may take three to six weeks to stabilize; however, you will typically feel some progress each day. Regarding the medication's effects...[Read More] Understanding Medication for Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: A Patient's Inquiry