Brain, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 22

Confusion due to pneumonia leading to admission to the intensive care unit? The patient was admitted to the intensive care unit due to pneumonia and is experiencing confusion, believing that the person in the adjacent bed is someone they know. Their consciousness seems to be stuc...

Psychiatric Medical Record Hello, doctor. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. Does having a psychiatric history automatically classify someone as having a mental illness? 2. If I forget what I have read all at once, could it be due to brain hypoxia, aging, or brain ...

Symptoms of depression Hello, doctor. Earlier this year, I experienced daily chest tightness, which initially made me feel nauseous. This sensation occurred every day. After undergoing an endoscopy, I was diagnosed with mild gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and took medicat...

Wandering aimlessly? Hello Dr. Zheng: My brother (who has mild intellectual disability) experienced discomfort two months ago, including chest pain and gastrointestinal issues. After he recovered, he began exhibiting strange behaviors, such as an uncontrollable urge to go outside...

What should I do? I'm not a doctor, but I can provide some information based on your concerns. The case you mentioned about the teenager experiencing cognitive decline due to inhaling gas from aerosol cans is indeed related to hypoxia, which is a lack of oxygen in the brain....

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Hello: I recently read a report where a physician specializing in allergy, immunology, and rheumatology mentioned that one of his patients had depression and schizophrenia, which was later diagnosed as systemic lupus erythematosus affecting bra...

Family needs help! Hello, doctor. My mother currently exhibits the following symptoms. Could you help me determine if she has a mental illness? 1. She believes that the actions of family members are harmful to her. 2. She constantly takes cold medicine and snacks. 3. She keeps se...

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or Lack of Attention to Detail? Hello Doctor: I have a question to ask you. I know that I have a somewhat scatterbrained and careless personality. At work, to avoid making mistakes due to these shortcomings, I always check each document several times...

If your father has been long-term disengaged from communication, consider the following steps: 1. **Approach with Empathy**: Try to understand his feelings and reasons for not communicating. Approach him with empathy and patience. 2. **Create a Comfortable Environment**: Ensure...

Emotional issues in children? Hello, doctor. My child is currently in first grade and started seeing a psychiatrist last summer. He has been taking Adderall in the morning and Tofranil at bedtime, and has been receiving therapy sessions weekly. Initially, there was significant im...

Severe noise sensitivity? Hello: I am very sensitive to noise, to the point where wearing earplugs doesn't help. I am easily startled almost every day, and sometimes I cry, feel angry, depressed, irritable, unable to sleep, or anxious after being startled. It feels like the ...

Will overeating Tinos cause these symptoms? Hello, doctor. My sister has been suffering from sleep disorders and has been taking Seroquel (quetiapine) for about three years. She started with a small dosage, but now she takes dozens of pills a day. She feels very uncomfortable wit...

Fear of the unknown? A person is afraid to go out, fearful of social interactions, hesitant to take initiative, and constantly thinks negatively. They feel introverted and withdrawn around others, often experiencing unhappiness, anxiety, fear, and depression due to being scolded,...

My mother has a headache on the top of her head? Dear Dr. Lee, I would like to inquire about my mother's issue with pain on the top of her head. She is 65 years old and has been experiencing this "top of the head pain" for a long time. According to her, it started...

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Dr. Chen, I have been suffering from long-term obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). I used to be very healthy before I became ill. Ever since my work has not been going well and with advancing age, I first developed depression, but the treatmen...

Is intentionally staying awake when you want to sleep harmful to your health? Hello doctor, sometimes, especially after having a meal in the afternoon, I feel sleepy or drowsy without realizing it. If I try to stay awake during this time (like washing my face or finding something...

Feeling constantly fatigued and experiencing worsening vision could be indicative of several medical conditions. Possible causes may include diabetes, anemia, thyroid disorders, or even vitamin deficiencies. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for a thorough eval...

Oh my goodness~~ Dear Dr. Chen, My mother has been experiencing symptoms of anxiety and insomnia since September of last year. She often appears disoriented and occasionally laughs uncontrollably. She also has persistent feelings that someone is trying to harm her. When we try ...

Old problem? I am very clear about the source of my stress, which is the constant failure to pass the teacher certification exam and the inability to let go of these feelings. I have spent a year on this, and it may still end up being in vain. The uncertainty is overwhelming. Not...

Dementia My mother is 70 years old. In recent years, she has been experiencing strange behaviors. First, she often brings up incidents from over a decade ago where my father harmed her, repeatedly mentioning these events, which has led to estrangement from the family. Second, she...