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Question: I am under a lot of stress because I've been taking care of my bedridden husband for several months and have now come to the conclusion I cannot continue. He is in the hospital now with diabetic foot ulcers and will be going to a nursing home on discharge. This is going to be for long term care and he does not know this. I have been extremely tired and am cold all the time which is new for me. I have just learned that I have anemia. I also have severe osteoarthritis and long time (37 yrs.) depression for which I take 2 anti depressives. I have such a feeling of doom and I can't concentrate, think clearly or accomplish anything. Is there anything else that could be causing these symptoms?
Brief Answer:
The symptoms can be explained with stress but..
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using health care magic.
I read your question and understand your concerns.
Almost all of your symptoms can be explained with stress and I do not think you need another explanation but I think there is need to check for Vitamin B 12, folic acid and vitamin D 3 which are common in a person with long standing depression. It becomes more important considering recent discovery of anemia.
I also feel that you need to search some locally available supports as yourself need some support to tackle multiple issues.
I hope this helps you.
If you have more questions feel free to write back to me.
If not please close the question and rate the answer for my future patients.
Thanks and regards.
The symptoms can be explained with stress but..
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using health care magic.
I read your question and understand your concerns.
Almost all of your symptoms can be explained with stress and I do not think you need another explanation but I think there is need to check for Vitamin B 12, folic acid and vitamin D 3 which are common in a person with long standing depression. It becomes more important considering recent discovery of anemia.
I also feel that you need to search some locally available supports as yourself need some support to tackle multiple issues.
I hope this helps you.
If you have more questions feel free to write back to me.
If not please close the question and rate the answer for my future patients.
Thanks and regards.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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