Hyperventilation, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 2

Palpitations and shortness of breath? Hello doctor, I have mitral valve prolapse with regurgitation, and I'm not sure if it's related to stress. I easily get tired and short of breath when walking or climbing stairs. When I wake up, I feel palpitations, my hands and fee...

Are you feeling unwell? I feel so exhausted. I can't understand why others don't feel this way, but I do. I hate socializing; it drains so much of my energy. I'm afraid that others won't like or accept me, but it's impossible to avoid social interactions ...

Hyperventilation Hello Dr. Hsiao, I have been experiencing excessive hyperventilation every day, which is quite distressing. The doctor prescribed me Lonazep (Lorazepam) to take one tablet a day. I would like to know if Lorazepam has a therapeutic effect or if it is merely suppre...

Feeling dizzy all day... Could this also be due to autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Anxiety medication: Anban 1 tablet daily (half a tablet before napping at noon), Mirtazapine half a tablet before bed. Duration of medication: Started around November last year, nearly a year...

Panic Anxiety Disorder Hello, doctor. My mother is 53 years old and experiences excessive hyperventilation every day, which is very distressing for her. When her breathing is not smooth, she starts to feel anxious and depressed, and sometimes the symptoms last all day. The doctor...

Hyperventilation Today, I was sent to the emergency room due to hyperventilation. The nurse administered a small dose of a sedative, and after my condition improved, I was discharged. This seems normal, but after going to sleep at night, I have been sleeping continuously for at l...

Do anti-anxiety medications cause emotional blunting? Hello Dr. Wu, last year, due to my pet and an elderly family member becoming ill and requiring surgery and hospitalization, I experienced prolonged sleep disturbances, averaging less than 5 hours of sleep each night. One day, ...

Hyperventilation Panic I previously experienced anxiety due to hyperventilation, which made me afraid to go out to see a doctor. The doctor initially prescribed medication for my symptoms, and after a week of follow-up, I was given an additional half tablet of an antidepressant t...

At what level of anxiety should one seek medical attention? Hello, I am a second-year high school student, and I really don't know what to do. Since before I graduated from elementary school, I have started to think about everything in a negative way, which has led me to be ...

Stress, anxiety, and tension? Hello, doctor. I would like to consult whether my following conditions are influenced by a mental health issue and whether I should seek medical help for improvement. I apologize for the lengthy content... I easily feel nervous and stressed, experien...

Hyperventilation Yesterday, I suddenly experienced dizziness and gradually felt numbness in my face and hands. Since I was alone at the time, I went to a nearby convenience store to sit down and rest. After about 15 minutes, my symptoms did not improve and slightly worsened, so I...

Autonomic nervous system dysfunction panic disorder with abdominal pain? Bloating that doesn't subside, depression, anxiety, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are indeed concerning. Since December 31, 2018, I experienced bloating that triggered palpitations, chest tightness...

Respiratory Compulsion Disorder Hello Dr. Huang: I have been suffering from obsessive-compulsive breathing for about 20 years, and I have developed a habit of controlling my breathing. This condition has led to elevated blood pressure and palpitations (my heartbeat feels very str...

I don't know who I am? Hello Doctor, I have been diagnosed with depression and generalized anxiety disorder. During my appointments, I often mention to my doctor that I feel like there are two versions of myself inside my body, but the doctor seems to dismiss it. For example...

Is there a psychological issue? I often suddenly feel tense and anxious without any apparent reason. Although I can consciously think and engage in normal conversations, I continue to exhibit small movements, and the tension and anxiety do not subside until a few minutes later. I...

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...

Do I have panic disorder, anxiety disorder, or depression? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask what condition my symptoms might indicate and whether I should seek medical attention. Ever since the passing of a family member three to four years ago, I have been experiencing hyperven...

Drug Information Previously, I experienced shortness of breath, weakness, and felt faint, so I visited a nearby clinic where the doctor diagnosed me with hyperventilation syndrome. Recently, the symptoms have become more frequent, and I consulted a psychiatrist at a large hospita...

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...

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...