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Suggest Remedy For Depression Post Hysterectomy

I have a friend who had a hysterectomy 6 weeks ago and is now suffering from severe depression and anxiety. She is taking anti depressants and anxiety meds and they don't seem to be helping at home. She will not leave her house and talks about not wanting to be here. I am beyond worried!
Mon, 20 Jul 2015
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Hello,
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From your account it is clear that your friend is harbouring a depressive illness. Post-operative anxiety & depressive symptoms are common to be found. This is because of the increased physical and psychological stress to which an individual is subjected to during and after the surgery. More over your friend is already on antidepressant but not adequate response to medications is being noticed. I would advice you to take her to a psychiatrist in person for detailed evaluation. Moreover she might be in need of inpatient treatment. Also only after detailed evaluation and observation next treatment plan can be decided.
Treatment includes antidepressants, anxiolytics, benzodiazepines, ECT can also be used depending on the severity of illness.
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Suggest Remedy For Depression Post Hysterectomy

Hello, Welcome to healthcaremagic.com, From your account it is clear that your friend is harbouring a depressive illness. Post-operative anxiety & depressive symptoms are common to be found. This is because of the increased physical and psychological stress to which an individual is subjected to during and after the surgery. More over your friend is already on antidepressant but not adequate response to medications is being noticed. I would advice you to take her to a psychiatrist in person for detailed evaluation. Moreover she might be in need of inpatient treatment. Also only after detailed evaluation and observation next treatment plan can be decided. Treatment includes antidepressants, anxiolytics, benzodiazepines, ECT can also be used depending on the severity of illness. Thank you