Suggest Treatment For Depression And Panic Disorder

Posted on Wed, 12 Apr 2017

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Question : I can't sleep. I've had two sleep studies, use a CPAP, tried five prescription sleep aids and I'm always awake. I never feel fully rested. I sleep in a recliner because of bad shoulders and arthritic hip. I've always been anxious and a worry wort back to childhood. I am 66. If I do doze off it's only for an hour. I've had this problem for years. Any advise?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You need psychotherapy and counseling sessions.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
First of all I want to know your height and weight so that I can know whether you will haveli sleep apnea or not.
So please let me know your height and weight.
Your all symptoms (anxiety, worries, lack of sleep at night) etc are more suggestive of psychiatric illness like depression and panic disorders.
Best treatment of these diseases are
1. Psychotherapy
2. Counselling
3. Drugs.
So better to consult psychiatrist and discuss your problems.
With proper treatment (antidepressants and anxiolytic drugs) along with counseling sessions, you will be definitely improve.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

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