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Question: I am experiencing a high level of anxiety and panic attacks from worrying about a problem I am having with my ear that I am fearful won't resolve itself. I have anxiety in general as well and difficulty relaxing and sleeping. Is there something that is safe but that may help me?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for your question.
What you are describing is consistent with generalized anxiety. The treatment of this problem is best achieved with a combination of an SSRI medication such as Lexapro combined with weekly cognitive behavioral therapy with a trained therapy. I recommend looking into one or ideally both of these options to help manage this problem.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for your question.
What you are describing is consistent with generalized anxiety. The treatment of this problem is best achieved with a combination of an SSRI medication such as Lexapro combined with weekly cognitive behavioral therapy with a trained therapy. I recommend looking into one or ideally both of these options to help manage this problem.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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