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Asked for male, 21 years old from Mumbai
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I have taken ayurveda medicines and fish oils to increase serotonin, but now psychiatrist (from nimhans) has diagnosed me with bipolar depression, so he prescribed me oleanz plus 20 mg/5 mg tablet for 30 days (one tablet daily at night after food). He also given me a general advice on regular exercise which helps increase serotonin and dopamine. So, my question is…the mechanism of the prescribed drug: oleanz plus tablet is a combination of two medicines: fluoxetine and olanzapine. They work by increasing the activity of certain chemicals called serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the brain. These chemicals help relieve the symptoms of bipolar depression. But can I replace the prescribed drug with natural treatments like exercise, meditation/breathing exercises, gratitude, new hobbies like reading good books which naturally increase serotonin and dopamine in the brain? I want to replace it because, according to the psychiatrist, the prescribed drug (oleanz plus 20 mg/5 mg) will work 50% for me and with that if I do regular exercise, it will work more than 50% (but not 100%) I did’t start the medication (the prescribed one) yet… so can I replace it with exercise/fitness/meditation although the mechanism is similar i.e. To increase serotonin? And in past I used to take fish oils/ ayurveda medicines and I stopped it now.

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Psychologist•Trivandrum
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Hi. lybrate-user
there are several studies now on nutrional suppliments on brain and how neuro transmitters are being produced or balanced.
Particularly omega3, folic acid, minerals like zinc, magnesium etc
but a correct diagnosis is primary.
Acute management of your problem may need medication also.
Also avail psychologists evaluation and counselling.
Take care.
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General Physician•Delhi
Hi, , I reviewed your lab reports, as per your presenting complaints ,first I would like to advice you keep your self-hydrated drink more and more liquids, hyperhidrosis can be due to many reasons, but in your case you in your growing age [7 years] as during growing age metabolic rate of body is very high which can lead to hyperhidrosis. As concern to your habit of masturbation and if lead to hyperhidrosis. I would suggest better not to do for some period of time. Mean time eat healthy.
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Ayurveda•Bangalore
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Hello Mr. Lybrate-user. Yes, there is a permanent solution to your problem. Ibs is mailny a psycho-somatic problem which has cause and effect rooted in both body and mind axis.
A person needs to be very relaxed. Having food at proper time, in proper quantity with mind focused on nothing else while eating makes the most important part of treatment. Avoid hurry, worry and curry.
Use more of buttermilk.
Regular practice of yoga helps.
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Psychologist•Nagpur
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Dear lybrate user

Masterbation can also become an addition and this is found in many people these days. Its psychological because it gives pleasure and the body gets hooked on it. After some time this becomes an addiction and now you have to do this and you do this very often even many times a day. We can easily resolve all the causes and triggers of your addiction and you no longer feel the urge and cravings. Good luck.
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Homeopath•Vadodara
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No semen is not the food for brain..
It has no role in human body... It is just required for procreation.
But yes frequent masturbation does cause weakness and debility and also psychological effects..
You can consult for Homoeopathic treatment..
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Homeopath•Patna
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Hello, Its you and none else can stop this injurious habit inorder to safguard your future.
Masturbation, thrice a week be healthy but frequent attempts to it be hazardous  to your health and conjugal life ,aswell in future.
It causes, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction & impotency with  curvature of penile -shaft affecting your married life in future.• You lose vital fluid from your body practicing masturbation, frequently making you week with lack of  concentrarion, general we...more
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Parkinson's disease-KAMPAVATA
(A Neurological Disorder)
Parkinson's disease is a neurological disease, or brain disorder, that leads to progressive difficulty with balance and coordination. In people who have Parkinson's disease, nerve cells in a region of the brain known as the substantia nigra become damaged or die. These cells are important because they produce the chemical dopamine, which helps to coordinate body movement-basal ganglia.
When dopamine-producing cells degenerate/di...more
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