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My doctor prescribed antipsychotics for only 20 days and said i have "mild psychosis" and to prevent psychosis. what does this mean? no psychosis?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Psychosis: I am not familiar with all your symptoms, but I do know that blocking anxiety symptoms can prevent further anxiety issues. If your provider was concerned enough to treat you then you should take the medication and make sure you get rechecked.

Answered 7/13/2016

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Mild psychosis means: the symptoms are rare, don't happen frequently and are not as troubling as someone who has them daily and has distinct trouble being with others and carrying on conversations normally. you may times when you become disoriented, have hallucinations, have unclear thinking and is less so than others with same disorder. I hope this is clear. You still need to care for yourself with caution and medic

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