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Question: I having strange feelings did not go to work last week. said I was sick. could not make myself get dressed and off the couch. I did eat. then I am sad at times. is this depression or what
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Yes, this sounds like classic major depression. Fortunately, there are excellent treatments for this. I advise trying an SSRI medication such as escitalopram or sertraline. These medications are safe and effective for the treatment of depression. Within 4 weeks I would anticipate significant improvement in your functioning.
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In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Yes, this sounds like classic major depression. Fortunately, there are excellent treatments for this. I advise trying an SSRI medication such as escitalopram or sertraline. These medications are safe and effective for the treatment of depression. Within 4 weeks I would anticipate significant improvement in your functioning.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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