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A member asked:

My mom is 39.she has unknown fear and sometimes resorts to depression.what is the cause n cure for such fear?

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More info is needed: There is help available for your mom's fears and depression. These problems could be caused by a lot of things. Maybe you could talk to her about telling her doctor about her fears and depression. Her doctor will be able to help.

Dr Duvvuri agreed

Answered 1/17/2014

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See your doctor: Symptoms like these are best deterimed by a thorough evaluation by your physician. Based on his/her findings, a treatment plan can be developed to help you.

Dr Nguyen agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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See below: Symptoms like these are best deterimed by a thorough evaluation by her physician. Based on his/her findings, a treatment plan can be developed to help her.

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 11/5/2012

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See below: Symptoms like these are best deterimed by a thorough evaluation by her physician. Based on his/her findings, a treatment plan can be developed to help her.

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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