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Suggest Remedy For Depression,lack Of Appetite And Sleeplessness

My sister had a tumor removed from her lung and developed crepitus when the lung did not seal around the chest tube. It was a severe case and resulted in emergency surgery to repair the air leak. She was on major drugs for 15 days and is now showing signs of severe depression, not eating, afraid to go to sleep, etc. Could these be drug withdrawal side effects or could something else be going on? She was very close to dieing when they did the 2nd surgery and is now afraid she is going to. Is there something we(her family) should do to help her through this? Thanks
Tue, 16 Sep 2014
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Hi

I understand your concern.
I admire you for positive outlook.

Usually tumor is highly co morbid with depression.

This kind of condition can be treated with SSRI.

Escitalopram 10 mg or sertraline 50 mg is very useful among SSRI.

Require motivational support and psychological support.

Ensure proper sleep and routines.

mild anxiolytic before surgery can be useful to control anxiety.

Support of family and friend is must.


I hope i have answered your query.

Wish her good health.

Get well soon.

thank you.
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Suggest Remedy For Depression,lack Of Appetite And Sleeplessness

Hi I understand your concern. I admire you for positive outlook. Usually tumor is highly co morbid with depression. This kind of condition can be treated with SSRI. Escitalopram 10 mg or sertraline 50 mg is very useful among SSRI. Require motivational support and psychological support. Ensure proper sleep and routines. mild anxiolytic before surgery can be useful to control anxiety. Support of family and friend is must. I hope i have answered your query. Wish her good health. Get well soon. thank you.