HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Treatment For Severe Anxiety

default
Posted on Tue, 22 Apr 2014
Question: Hi I have suffered bad pmt all of my life. My periods are very irregular and my moods can be quite extreme. In my younger days i tried different contraceptive pills but suffered bad side effects so I just put up and shut up. I am also a very anxious person and in 2007 i had a nervous breakdown. At the moment i am on 20 mg citralopram which mostly helps with the depression and anxiety but I always feel so ill before I take a period and my anxiety can be through the roof at this time. Ive always suspected my anxiety issues are a hormonal problem but my doctor has never suggested any tests or hormonal treatments. Do you think this is something I should consider. I'm 35 now and even though I have a good understanding of my anxiety condition as ive attended Cbt and other workshops when it hits all that info goes out the window. I'm desperate to rid myself of this crippling anxiety. Any advice would be appreciated XXXXXXX
doctor
Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (19 minutes later)
Brief Answer: citalopram, exercise, meditation and yoga. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX Thanks for your query. I can understand you are basically an anxious person and it is usual for such females to get more anxious before and during periods because of the effect of progesterone which causes depression as a side effect. Keep taking citalopram in prescribed doses. In my opinion you need some relaxation regimen like meditation or yoga. Cut your caffeine intake and indulge yourself in some hobby or a part time job as it will help you keeping your mind busy so less of thought process. Exercise is a very effective stress reliever so you might feel very much relieved after indulging in a regular exercise routine. I wish you the best of health and peace of mind. God bless you.
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Manisha Jain

OBGYN

Practicing since :2007

Answered : 5136 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Gynecologic Oncologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Suggest Treatment For Severe Anxiety

Brief Answer: citalopram, exercise, meditation and yoga. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX Thanks for your query. I can understand you are basically an anxious person and it is usual for such females to get more anxious before and during periods because of the effect of progesterone which causes depression as a side effect. Keep taking citalopram in prescribed doses. In my opinion you need some relaxation regimen like meditation or yoga. Cut your caffeine intake and indulge yourself in some hobby or a part time job as it will help you keeping your mind busy so less of thought process. Exercise is a very effective stress reliever so you might feel very much relieved after indulging in a regular exercise routine. I wish you the best of health and peace of mind. God bless you.