A 19-year-old female asked:
i've been months with undigestions and now are worst. doc's tell me was for my anxiety but it's not like i'm anxious at every bite of food i take.
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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered
35 years experience Clinical Psychology
How anxiety works: During high stress most people will use the term but it persists way beyond in terms of body impact. It's very complicated and can be different for each person. But the effects include gastric symptoms even during times of relaxation until you really have time to heal and stop making the stress hormones. Read online - lots of info. See a CBT therapist to manage it!
Answered on Jul 16, 2016
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Dr. Mabria Loqman answered
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Well: 120 mg is a big jump from 60 mg. You may want to take 90 mg daily and see if your symptoms improve. Hope this helps!
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A 32-year-old male asked:
Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered
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Brintellix: has worked wel for some of m patients wuth a better side effect profile keep up the good work
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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered
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Reasonably well: The listening part of the exam is a 1st step. If it's good - there's probably no need for more. If it's bad, a more demanding step like x-ray may be t ... Read More
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Dr. Eric Weisman answered
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Neurontin (gabapentin): Can be taken every 8 hours. It's not a great medication for anxiety. Be careful with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) as it can cause involuntary movements, ... Read More
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