Autonomic nervous system, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 2

Are you worried too much or overthinking? Is it just high sensitivity? Hello, recently I experienced a lot of academic pressure which led to an emotional outburst. It affected my physical condition, and since it was my first time encountering such a situation, I became easily wor...

Antidepressants Hello Doctor: Previously, I experienced symptoms such as dizziness, shortness of breath, and poor sleep quality. The doctor diagnosed it as autonomic nervous system dysfunction, and I took Escitalopram for a year before stopping the medication. However, within les...

Anxiety/Panic-related Hello Doctor, my issue began over a year ago. Initially, I frequently experienced rapid heartbeats, shortness of breath, tingling in my scalp, and anxiety, which required me to lie down for a while to recover. The situation escalated after a workout when I c...

Autonomic nervous system dysfunction can affect urinary pain? Hello, doctor! I would like to inquire about my experiences with urethritis or cystitis. I have autonomic nervous system dysfunction, and a few months ago, I started experiencing slight pain while urinating. I have und...

Medication consultation, drug side effects, panic, autonomic nervous system dysregulation? I would like to ask the doctor, I have a history of arrhythmia and have undergone echocardiography, a 24-hour Holter monitor, and an exercise stress test, which detected premature ventricul...

Side effects of antidepressants? Hello Doctor, my family member has been experiencing anxiety, restlessness, and panic, occasionally showing symptoms of depression and suicidal thoughts. After consulting a psychiatrist, it was determined that there is an issue with autonomic nerv...

Bloating, belching, and a sensation of something stuck in the throat? Hello doctor, for the past four months, I have been experiencing bloating almost every day, along with persistent burping. I feel a sensation of something being stuck below my Adam's apple, and swallowing ...

Is there a disorder of the autonomic nervous system? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing chest tightness and pain for a year now, and gradually I sometimes feel hot flashes similar to menopause. Over the past few months, I have frequently noticed pain in my upper right back, w...

Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation Hello, Doctor. A few months ago, I was diagnosed with severe tinnitus, and sometimes I can hear my heartbeat in my ears. There are also times when I feel extremely fatigued by the evening, needing to take deep breaths as if I can't catc...

Could this be autonomic nervous system dysfunction, or is there a possibility of other cognitive decline? I am a second-year medical student at a university in Taipei. Last week, I was under a lot of stress due to various commitments, which led to daily overwhelming pressure (eve...

Dad is unwilling to believe the doctors and family? Hello, I believe my father's personality is influenced by his insecurities, making him more prone to suspicion and highly sensitive to his surroundings. He often struggles to sleep due to noise from neighbors, which frustra...

Is there a correlation between panic attacks and seasons? This afternoon, I took a nap and when I woke up, I experienced palpitations. After resting for a while, I used an electronic device to check my heart rate, which showed normal readings. Later, when I walked to the restroom...

Anxiety, repetitive thinking, and self-harm? Hello, doctor. I have a serious problem with procrastination at work, and I struggle with time management. My colleagues don't complain much about me, but I always feel like I'm doing a terrible job and that everyone is just ...

Suspected autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, doctor. This year, I started experiencing sudden hearing loss, where it feels like my ears are blocked. Within a few seconds, I can noticeably feel the surrounding sounds gradually diminishing, and it seems like I'm hear...

Drug withdrawal? Hello, doctor. I originally had a sore throat that wouldn't improve for a long time. The clinic doctor suggested it might be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), so I underwent an endoscopy, which showed mild GERD. I took medication for a month, but my th...

Can individuals with panic disorder or those who frequently experience anxiety have weakness in one leg? It is commonly reported that symptoms of panic disorder or anxiety include weakness in the limbs. Various factors can contribute to this. I would like to know if it is possibl...

Anxiety disorder relapsed without discontinuing medication? Seven years ago, I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder and have been consistently taking medication. I have been stable for seven years (calm), without stopping the medication. However, this year, for some unknown reason...

Autonomic nervous system dysfunction, dementia? Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask you about my husband. He has been taking medication for autonomic nervous system disorder for many years. The side effects of the sedatives can lead to memory decline, and he often finds himself di...

I would like to ask if I need to see a psychiatrist based on my current condition? Hello Doctor, I am currently 18 years old and graduated from high school. Over a year ago, I went to see a psychiatrist without my family's knowledge due to symptoms like persistent sadness an...

Sleep disorders Hello, Doctor. On March 11, I encountered some stress in my life, and that night I began experiencing sleep disturbances (difficulty falling asleep and waking up frequently during the night), along with palpitations and feelings of tension. On March 17, I visited ...