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Suggest Treatment For Symptoms Of Anxiety

Posted on Mon, 11 Jul 2016

Question: Today I had my shorthand/stenography(press reporters use) exam in my institute to be written at 100 word per minute and I had 120+ speed but today my hand was so shaking, i was not able to make figures/outlines clearly, which led to my failure in test. I am going to appear in actual test next month. I don't know what happens to my psychology when I am going to give any written exam. I was not even able to put my proper signature. I have a 4-5 years old history of Anxiety disorder and I was in pexep cr 25 medicine till february this year and left. sometimes feels like depression in mind after leaving. It was very tough to leave. What can be the reason and cure for my shaky handwriting? For that particular day what should I do to be able to write properly? At home my hand doesn't shakes that much then also it shakes to some extent. Please help sir/madam.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (55 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Get evaluated and visit a psychiatrist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
You seem to be suffering from severe anxiety disorder aggravating during stress periods like examination.
You should get examined by a psychiatrist too.
You should try relaxation exercises and meditation.
Drugs like propranolol, clonazepam, sertraline helps in anxiety.
Use of clonazepam before exam in low dose will help.
You should get blood test for Thyroid profile.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad