Question 1

whats schizophreniform disorder?

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Shorter-term : It's considered one of the psychotic disorders, similar to schizophrenia. The difference is that an episode of this disorder lasts between 1 and 6 months.

Question 2

how do u get schizophreniform disorder?

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Heredity: Schizophreniform d/o basically means someone who has signs and symptoms consistent with schizophrenia, but for less than six months. There can be other conditions including physical ailments which can mimic the symptoms of schizophrenia. Be sure and see a board certified psychiatrist and good luck.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: schizophreniform disorder?

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Schizophreniform: Basically schizophrenia symptoms that occur more than a month but less than 6 months.   So in some cases can be considered an early diagnosis that can turn into a diagnosis of schizophrenia, or in other cases is a transient case likely due to some other factor.   Delusion, hallucinations, disorganized speech and/or behavior and shallow or blunted emotions are among the important symptoms.

Question 4

what is the treatment for schizophreniform disorder?

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Antipsychotics: Schizophreniform disorder is, essentially, the early stages of schizophrenia, with symptoms lasting no more than 6 months and not necessarily causing major impairment.  About 1/3 recover within 6 months; the remaining 2/3 go on to a diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder..

Question 5

hi, doctors! 
im suffer from schizophreniform disorder. how long i take medication for this mental illness?

Accepted Answer

Can't say: We don't know what medications you take nor your personal history. Sometimes it takes more than one psychiatric medication to treat this condition. Additionally, you may have trials of some medications that are successful and others that are not. For some, the medication regimen may be complex. There isn't a a way to provide you a prediction. Take care.

Question 6

what is that disease that causes rapid aging in children?

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Random mutation: This rare pattern of premature aging is caused by a random new genetic mutation. Assessment and confirmantion of any such DX by a geneticist is imperitive. Most work with a team of specialists who can monitor the DX specific healthrisks &amp; provide guidence for your local source of care.They can also help you find support groups &amp; other parents in the same situation.

Question 7

if i have celiac's disease, should i have my children tested for it as well?

Accepted Answer

Celiac disease: Yes you should have your children tested.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of rickets disease in children?

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Multiple symptoms: May include the following: leg, spine and/or hip pain, poor growth, bowed legs, protruding breast bone, muscle pain, delayed walking or refusal to walk, thickened wrists/ankles, bumps along the ribs.

Question 9

how common are eating disorders in children?

Accepted Answer

Eating disorders : Quite common but under-reported. More so in kids with history of family discord or abuse history.

Question 10

is the disease rickets in children often deadly?

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No: It is a bone disease secondary to vit d and calcium deficiency and is treatable.

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