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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 26 year old male. When I am with my friends (male), an image of kissing that friend pops into my head sometimes. Though I am not attracted to boys, what could be the reason for this? Please help.
Answered by Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

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Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Hello,

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Your symptoms are suggestive of OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). The popping of an image is called an obsession, if it is repetitive, automatic, intrusive and senseless. It induces significant uneasiness or anxiety. The first thing is to understand that you are not turning gay, and do not worry that your orientation may change. Consult a psychiatrist for detailed evaluation and proper treatment. Take care.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Before 15 days you had prescribed me a medicine and I am feeling much better now.

Answered by Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

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MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Hi,

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That is good to know. You are always welcome to ping me in case of any health problem.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Do I have to continue my medicines then? What shall I do now?

Answered by Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Hi,

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Yes, that would be advisable.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Can you please elaborate your answer? For how long should I continue this medicine? Are you going to prescribe me some other medicine too?

Answered by Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Hi,

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If you are doing good on this, then no need for other medicines for now. It is difficult to answer regarding the term of medication. It depends on your response to medication, chronicity and severity of OCD.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have completed my 15 days course. Shall I stop taking medicines? I am feeling like I am cured around 99%. What is the next step?

Answered by Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Hi,

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Kindly visit your doctor and continue your medication for another one month after examination.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the information.

Answered by Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Hi,

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You are welcome.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

One more doubt, Should I take half tablet or one tablet?

Answered by Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Hi,

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You can take half a tablet for five days and then one tablet a day. Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 11, 2017
Reviewed At May 21, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas is a Psychiatrist with 19 years' expertise in Psychotherapy, Sexology, Counselling, and Sleep Medicine. He holds an MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (2004) and his D.P.M from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai (2008). Dr. Shriniwas specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders, assessing patients for comprehensive care at Mind Care Peace Centre, Jalna, Maharashtra.

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