Question 1

i have hep c with a very high viral load and would like to participate in the new drug trials.  i'm concerned due to depression . how do i apply?

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This PDF may help: I would suggest you check out this PDF, "Guide to Clinical Trials for People with Hepatitis C". If there is a large teaching medical center in your area, that would be a good place to start as well.

Question 2

can stopping use of zantac, (ranitidine) singular, & qvar (rx'ed for viral bronchitis) have side effects, specifically depression, headaches, or sinus issues?

Accepted Answer

Some of them, yes: If the medicines were helping sinus disease, then certainly stopping them might cause the symptoms to come back. I am not aware of an association with depression, though. You should talk with the prescriber about those symptoms, as they are probably unrelated and there are ways to effectively treat this!

Question 3

does depression come on suddenly?

Accepted Answer

Generally not: The emotion of sadness can certainly come on suddenly, in response to loss or hurt of some kind.  The illness of depression is very different. Depression involves changes in energy, mood, sleep, appetite, and interest -- and generally involves a more gradual worsening and feeling of stuckness.  The person needs help to move through.  Sadness is painful, but can usually relent on its own.

Question 4

what are complications of depression on your life?

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Many impairments: Depression can complicate & impair your life in many ways.  It can be hard to work, care for your kids, or be a good spouse or friend.  It's hard to enjoy anything.  It can lead to suicide or other self-harm.  Physical illness is more likely.  Concentration and memory can suffer.  Pessimism can make you hopeless and give up.  Please seek help if depressed!

Question 5

would i need to be on medication for reactive depression?

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Variable.: Some people work through their depression fine without use of psychiatric medications. However, if a person has significant neurovegetative symptoms (like not eating, not sleeping, not bathing etc.) then they may benefit from psychotropic medications to get back on track.

Question 6

i would like some advice on new dad depression?

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Some men have been: Used to having their wive's take care of a lot of their needs. They may be used to attention from their spouse. A new baby requires 24/7 attention. The new dad needs to learn how to share his wife. The new mother's bond w her baby is often intense (biologically driven). The husband may need to do more things for himself. I encourage you focus on caring for your wife ; child (as opposed to.

Question 7

can having depression cause you to put on weight?

Accepted Answer

Weight change: People with depression can have different appetite changes.I have seen those that have lost weight and others who gain weight.Some people who eat more when they are depressed use food as a coping mechanism to help them feel better.It is best to identify the problem early and get proper treatment.Hypothyroidism can also mimic depression and cause weight gain.A simple blood test can rule this out.

Question 8

can depression cause having a bad trip on ecstasy?

Accepted Answer

Related: Some people can experience a depression after using ecstasy. It can happen a few days after using.  There is an initial serotonin rush "high", followed by a drop in serotonin levels causing the low.

Question 9

does masturbating on a daily basis cause depression?

Accepted Answer

No, but: Society has such ambivalent feelings about masturbation that some well might feel so guilty for engaging in this perfectly naturaly activity that they suffer from poor self esteem or even depression because they think it 
"proves" they're a bad and weak person.  Sex drive often decreases with depression but can become a preoccupation that's part of depression to.  Whatever...It is not the cause!

Question 10

what's your opinion on causes depression and anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Multifactorial: Causes of depression and anxiety can be multifactorial such as : having a positive family history , brain chemistry changes, medical illnesses (i.E thyroid disease), side effects from medications, major life stressors, substance use/abuse and history of abuse/trauma.

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I have hep c with a very high viral load and would like to participate in the new drug trials. i'm concerned due to depression . how do i apply?

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